Box Wars

At a glance#

Two humans, or solo against Smooth Bot.

This game needs Premium access for the server where you start it.

The rules#

Draw edges on a 4×4 dot grid. Complete a box to claim it and earn another turn. The player with the most boxes wins.

How to play#

1. Choose your opponent.
2. Select an unused edge between adjacent dots.
3. Look for boxes with three completed sides.
4. Continue your extra turn after closing a box.

Controls and useful commands#

Choose an open edge. Completing a box earns another turn. Most boxes wins.

New to the Activity? Follow the player quick start to open the room and join a seat.

When something goes wrong#

A previously drawn edge is not selectable. Closing a box can keep the turn with the same player, so consecutive moves are expected.

For a lost room or connection, use reconnect and recovery. For a group that cannot start, check the host guide.