Connect Four: Classic Strategy Board Game

Game Overview

Connect Four is a two-player strategy game played on a vertical grid with 7 columns and 6 rows (totaling 42 slots). Players take turns dropping their colored discs (men) into the grid, aiming to be the first to connect four of their own discs in a straight line—horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

Objective

Win Condition: Be the first to form an unbroken line of four of your discs.
Line Types:
- Horizontal: Four discs side by side in a row.
- Vertical: Four discs stacked directly on top of each other.
- Diagonal: Four discs aligned diagonally (either upward or downward slope).

Gameplay Mechanics

Turn-Based Play:
- Player 1 and Player 2 alternate turns.
- Each turn, a player selects a column to drop their disc.
Disc Placement:
- Discs fall to the lowest available slot in the chosen column.
- The grid fills from the bottom up.
Strategy:
- Block your opponent’s potential lines while building your own.
- Anticipate future moves to create multiple winning opportunities.

Controls

Input Method: Mouse
Action:
- Left-Click: Select a column to drop your disc.

Tips for Winning

Center Control: Prioritize the center columns for more winning opportunities.
Defensive Play: Watch for opponent’s threats and block them early.
Double Threats: Create scenarios where you can win in two ways on your next turn.