Dots and Boxes

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?

Gameplay Instructions for Dots and Boxes

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.

Game Mechanics Overview

- 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 effects or bloodshed?

Yes, Dots and Boxes includes scenes with blood.

What is the development team behind this game called?

The developer credited with the development of this game is CoolMath Games.

Which game development software or technology is responsible for the creation of this game?

This game is powered by Javascript.

What is the specific genre or category for this game?

The category of this game is Boardgames.

Is this game meant for a specific gender group?

The game is aimed at Male & Female.

Which tags are relevant to this game?

The labels best representing the game’s style or features are: board, color, dotconnect, logic.

Can the game be played on both iOS and Android devices?

Yes, Dots and Boxes is designed for use on mobile phones and tablets.

Is the game suitable for younger children?

No, Dots and Boxes is not good for children to play.

Which age groups are recommended for playing this game?

This game aligns with Adults, Seniors age group.

Are there any scenes of cruelty in this game?

Yes, there are scenes of aggression or cruelty in Dots and Boxes.
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