Game Description
2048 is a single-player sliding block puzzle game created by Italian web developer Gabriele Cirulli in 2014. The game's objective is to slide numbered tiles on a grid to combine them and create a tile with the number 2048. It's a variation of the "Threes!" game and has become a viral sensation due to its simple yet addictive gameplay mechanics. The game combines elements of strategy, planning, and quick thinking, making it both challenging and entertaining.
How to Play
- Use arrow keys to move all tiles in the same direction
- When two tiles with the same number touch, they merge into one tile with the sum of their values
- After each move, a new tile with a value of 2 or 4 appears in an empty spot
- The game ends when no more moves are possible
- Controls: Arrow keys for movement, R key to restart
Game Features
- Clean and minimalist design
- Smooth tile animations
- Score tracking system
- Undo feature (in some versions)
- Mobile-friendly touch controls
- Achievement system
Tips & Strategies
- Keep your highest value tiles in a corner
- Maintain a descending order of numbers in one direction
- Try to keep the grid as organized as possible
- Plan several moves ahead
- Don't break your chain of numbers
- Use the undo feature to learn from mistakes
- Focus on building up one corner rather than spreading numbers around