2048
Score
0
Best
0
Game Over!
Use Arrow Keys to move tiles
Swipe to move tiles
Power-ups
+1 at 128
+1 at 256
+1 at 512
How to Play 2048
- Use arrow keys (desktop) or swipe (mobile) to move all tiles
- Tiles slide as far as possible in the chosen direction
- Two tiles with the same number merge into one (2+2=4, 4+4=8, etc.)
- A new tile (2 or 4) appears after each move
- Reach the 2048 tile to win! (You can keep playing after)
2048 Strategy Tips
- Corner Strategy: Keep your highest tile in a corner
- Edge Building: Build a descending chain along one edge
- Avoid Reversing: Try not to move in all 4 directions frequently
- Plan Ahead: Think 2-3 moves in advance
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I play 2048?
Use arrow keys (or swipe on mobile) to slide tiles. When two tiles with the same number collide, they merge into one with their sum. Get a tile to 2048 to win!
What's the highest possible score?
Theoretically, the highest tile possible is 131,072 (2^17), but reaching 2048 is considered winning. Most players aim for 4096 or 8192 as advanced goals.
Any tips for winning?
Keep your highest tile in a corner, build a chain of descending values along an edge, avoid moving in all four directions frequently, and think several moves ahead.
What are the power-ups?
You start with 1 of each power-up: Undo (↩) reverts your last move, Swap (⇄) lets you swap two tiles, Delete (✕) removes a tile. Earn more by creating 128 (Undo), 256 (Swap), and 512 (Delete) tiles. Max 2 of each.