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FIELD MANUAL

How to Play Connect Three Online

Connect Three is a quick gravity game: drop discs into the columns and be the first to line up three in a row, across, down or diagonally.

GoalGet three of your discs in a row in any direction before your opponent does.
Players2 players, or 1 player vs Computer · turn-based
DifficultyEasy to learn
Duration1–3 min
turn-basedclassicparty
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01 // CONTROLS

Controls

  • Tap or click a column
  • Number keys 1–7 drop into that column

02 // STEPS

Step by step

  1. 01

    Open the game

    From the arena roster, open this game’s play page.

  2. 02

    Create or join a room

    Host creates a room and shares the code. The second player joins with that code.

  3. 03

    Both hit Ready

    When two players lock in, the match starts instantly — no accounts needed.

  4. 04

    Pick a board

    The classic board has 5 columns and 4 rows. Bigger 6 × 5 and 7 × 6 boards give longer games.

  5. 05

    Drop a disc

    On your turn, choose a column. Your disc falls to the lowest empty space.

  6. 06

    Make three in a row

    Line up three of your discs across, down or diagonally to win.

  7. 07

    Block your rival

    Watch for two of their discs with an open space next to them, and fill it before they do.

03 // EDGE

Pro tips

  • Start in the centre column: it is part of the most lines.
  • Look for a move that makes two threats at once.
  • Before you drop, check you are not giving your rival the space above.

04 // FAQ

Connect Three FAQ

Is Connect Three free to play in the browser?

Yes. Connect Three on My MP Games is free HTML5 — no download, no account, and no paywall.

Can I play Connect Three vs the computer?

Open the play page and choose Play vs Computer. You can also play Local vs on one device or share a room code with a friend.

Where are the Connect Three rules?

Connect Three is a quick gravity game: drop discs into the columns and be the first to line up three in a row, across, down or diagonally.

Ready?Play Connect Three free — vs Computer or challenge a friend.