2048 game

About 2048

2048 is a sliding number puzzle: the board is a 4×4 grid. Each move slides every tile as far as it can go. Matching numbers merge into the next power of two — 2+2 becomes 4, 4+4 becomes 8, and so on. A new 2 or 4 appears after every move. The original 2048 was released as open-source; this page is our own browser build so you can play instantly while we keep you on Twelve Games instead of bouncing to a random clone farm.

How to play 2048

1. Use arrow keys, WASD, or swipe to slide all tiles in one direction.
2. When two tiles with the same number collide, they merge into one tile with double the value.
3. A new 2 or 4 spawns in a random empty cell after each move.
4. Reach the 2048 tile to win. Keep going for a high score after that.

Tips

• Keep your highest tile in a corner and build toward it.
• Avoid random swipes that break a sorted edge.
• Don’t chase every merge — empty space is as valuable as a big tile.

2048 FAQ

Is this the original 2048?

This is a Twelve Games browser build of the same rules Gabriele Cirulli popularized. Play is free, on-page, with no app install.

Does 2048 work on mobile?

Yes. Swipe the board on a phone or tablet; use arrows on a keyboard.

Can I keep playing after 2048?

Yes. The game does not stop at 2048 — merges continue (4096, 8192, …) until the board is stuck.