About Dots and Boxes
Dots and Boxes is the classic pencil and paper game that children have played in school notebooks for over 100 years, now free to play online against a friendly robot. The page is covered in a grid of dots. You and the robot take turns drawing one line between two dots that sit next to each other. Whoever draws the fourth side of a box wins that box!
A real thinking game
The secret is to avoid drawing the third side of a box, because then the other player can take it. The first games use a small 3 by 3 board and an easygoing robot. Every time you win, the board grows and the robot gets smarter. Dots and Boxes builds logic, planning and counting.
Free on phones, tablets and computers, with no sign-up and no download.
Questions about Dots and Boxes Game
How do you play Dots and Boxes?
Take turns drawing a line between two dots. When you draw the fourth side of a box, you win it and get another turn. The player with the most boxes wins.
What is the trick to winning Dots and Boxes?
Try not to draw the third side of a box, because then the other player can close it. Near the end, count which choice gives away the fewest boxes.
Can I play Dots and Boxes against the computer?
Yes. You play against a friendly robot that starts easy and gets smarter every time you win.