Take turns drawing lines between dots on a grid, and whoever closes the fourth side of a box claims it and goes again. The player who owns the most boxes when the grid fills up wins this classic pencil-and-paper duel.
How to play Dots & Boxes
- Take turns drawing one line between two adjacent dots
- Complete the fourth side of a box to claim it
- Take another turn immediately whenever you close a box
- Fill the whole grid, then count who owns more boxes
Tips & strategy
- Avoid drawing the third side of a box and handing your opponent a free claim
- Set up chains so a single move opens a run of boxes for you
- Sacrifice a small chain to force your opponent to open a bigger one
Controls: Tap or click between two dots to draw a line.
Dots & Boxes — FAQ
Can I play Dots & Boxes against a friend?
Yes, it supports 2 players sharing the same screen.
Who wins Dots & Boxes?
The player who claims the most boxes once every line is drawn.
