Dots and Boxes

Add some color to the pencil-and-paper classic in Dots and Boxes! Can you outsmart the computer and fill the board with your boxes?

Dots and Boxes: Gameplay Instructions

Click and drag to draw a line between two adjacent dots. You can draw lines horizontally or vertically. If you close a box you score a point and get to take another turn. At the end of the game, the player with the most boxes wins!

Try our special QUICK GAME mode to start with a bunch of lines pre-filled and get to the scoring sooner.

Featured Gameplay Mechanics

- Take turns and outwit your opponent
- Take on an Easy or Hard computer
- Play against a friend in local hotseat
- Choose your favorite board size
- New Quick Game mode that gets you to the action faster

Does the game include blood scenes?

Yes, Dots and Boxes includes content that depicts blood.

Which game engine or toolchain is used to bring this game to life?

Javascript was used as the game development platform or tool.

Who is the primary audience for this game by age?

The ideal age group for enjoying this game is Adults, Seniors.

Who was involved in developing this game?

The team or studio responsible for this game is CoolMath Games.

What is the genre classification of this game?

This game falls under the Boardgames classification.

Which gender is this game directed at?

The target gender demographic for this game is Male & Female.

Which keywords describe the nature of this game?

The notable tags assigned to this game are board, color, dotconnect, logic.

Does the game have a mobile version or mobile-friendly features?

Dots and Boxes supports mobile gaming.

Is the game age-appropriate for children?

No, Dots and Boxes is not intended for kids to enjoy.

Are there any acts of cruelty in the game?

Yes, Dots and Boxes portrays harm or mistreatment.