Connect Four 1974
Designed by Ned Strongin, Howard Wexler
What it is
A very light abstract strategy, children's game game for 2 players (~10 min), built around pattern building.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #30782 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played abstract title.
Mechanics
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How to play Connect Four
Connect Four is a light & easy to learn game (rated 1.2 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2 players, runs about 10 minutes and is aimed at ages 6 and up. It's an Abstract Strategy and Children's Game where the core of play revolves around Pattern Building. A very light abstract strategy, children's game game for 2 players (~10 min), built around pattern building. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #30782 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played abstract title.
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