What is 2048?
2048 is a classic number puzzle. Merge tiles with the same number to make bigger numbers — 2 + 2 = 4, 4 + 4 = 8 — and keep going until you build the 2048 tile. It's easy to learn, hard to master, and a great workout for memory and concentration.
How to play
- Use the mouse or touch to move the tiles.
- Matching numbers merge into one bigger tile.
- A new small tile appears after every move.
- Keep the board from filling up.
Tips
- Pick a corner. Keep your biggest tile in one corner and build around it.
- Avoid the opposite direction. Moving away from your corner often messes up your board.
- Think in rows. Line up tiles in order (big to small) along one edge.
More like this
More brain games in Puzzle Games, or try Sudoku.
2048 FAQ
How does 2048 work?
When two tiles with the same number touch, they merge into one tile with double the value: 2 and 2 make 4, 4 and 4 make 8, and so on up to 2048.
Can I play 2048 on my phone?
Yes, it works with touch as well as the mouse.
When is the game over?
When the board is full and no two neighbouring tiles can merge.
