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2048 Game Online

Play the original open-source 4Γ—4 number-merging game with arrow keys or swipe controls.

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2048 Game Online

The original open-source 2048 engine, rebuilt inside a focused full-screen game experience.

Arrow keys or swipe
Open-source edition Β· MITSource & credits β†—

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Play the original open-source 4Γ—4 number-merging game with arrow keys or swipe controls.

How to play 2048 Game Online

  1. Use the arrow keys on a keyboard or swipe the board on a touch screen.
  2. Tiles with the same number merge when they meet during a move.
  3. Keep space open and build a 2048 tile before the board fills.

About this version

This is the standard 4Γ—4 version of 2048. It starts immediately and saves your best score in this browser.

Every move shifts the whole board, so the useful decision is where the next empty space will remain.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 2048 Game Online free?

Yes. The complete game is free to play in this browser with no account or download.

Does it work on a phone?

Yes. The layout adapts to smaller screens and includes touch controls.

Is my progress uploaded?

No. Scores, streaks and saved progress stay in local browser storage on this device.