2048

Slide and merge the numbered tiles until you reach 2048.

Open-source project "2048" by Gabriele Cirulli, used under the MIT license. Source code

Runs in your browser. Nothing you enter is sent or stored.

How to use 2048

  1. Use the arrow keys (or swipe on a phone) to slide all tiles.
  2. Two tiles with the same number merge into one when they touch.
  3. Keep merging until you make a 2048 tile — then go for a higher score.

Frequently asked questions

Who made 2048?

Gabriele Cirulli released 2048 in 2014 as open-source software under the MIT License. This page hosts that open-source code; the official version is at play2048.co.

Is my best score saved?

Yes, in your browser's local storage.

Is 2048 free?

Yes. 2048 is free to use with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is my information saved or sent anywhere?

No. Everything is calculated in your browser. Nothing you enter is sent to a server or stored.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone. Very large files may be slow on older phones.

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