Dots & Boxes Paper Puzzle

Dots & Boxes Paper Puzzle brings the classic pen-and-paper game to your phone. No notebook needed.

Take turns drawing lines between dots. Complete the fourth side of a box to claim it and earn another turn. When every box is taken, the player with the most boxes wins. Simple to learn, surprisingly deep to master.

On your turn, draw one line between two neighbouring dots. Close a box to score a point and play again — but avoid handing your opponent the third side of a box, or they will take it.

Play against the computer at four difficulty levels, from friendly Easy to an Expert that reads chains and plays the parity. Or pass the phone to a friend for 2-player pass-and-play on one device. Choose from eight board sizes, from a quick 2×2 up to an epic 8×10 battle, and pick from six handcrafted themes to match your mood.

It works completely offline and is free to play. Perfect for a quick break, family game night or sharpening your strategy. Can you set the trap and win the long chain?