Play Dots and Boxes Online in Kenya
Draw lines, close boxes and keep the turn. Simple to learn, famously deep in the endgame. Free to play on Arena254.
- Game length: 6 min
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Entry: free play
- Time control: 6×6 dots, 25 boxes (no draws)
How to play Dots and Boxes
Draw lines, close boxes and keep the turn. Simple to learn, famously deep in the endgame.
How to play
- Draw one line between two neighbouring dots
- Close a box to score it and draw again
- One line can close two boxes at once
- Most boxes when every line is drawn wins
- 25 boxes means there's always a winner
Rule set: 6×6 dots, 25 boxes (no draws).
Dots and Boxes FAQ
How do I play Dots and Boxes on Arena254?
Create a free account, open Dots and Boxes from the Games page and challenge a player or accept an open challenge. Draw lines, close boxes and keep the turn. Simple to learn, famously deep in the endgame.
Is Dots and Boxes free to play?
Dots and Boxes is free to play on Arena254 right now. Staked matches will open once our fair-play checks for it have been proven.
Is Dots and Boxes on Arena254 fair?
Every move is checked by our servers — the browser can't change the result — and matches are screened for cheating, including engine use, bots and collusion. Suspicious accounts are reviewed by a person and banned if they cheated.
How long does a game of Dots and Boxes take?
About 6 min. Time control: 6×6 dots, 25 boxes (no draws).
What rules does Arena254 use for Dots and Boxes?
6×6 dots, 25 boxes (no draws). The full rules are on this page.