Smart Dots Reloaded
Dots and Boxes, the classic remade — draw a line, close a square, score.
Smart Dots Reloaded is a fresh remake of the classic Dots and Boxes puzzle from Windows 3.1. Players take turns drawing lines between dots. Completing a square earns a point, and the game ends when the board is full. Featuring modern visuals, smooth animations, and both AI and two-player modes, this is a strategy game that’s easy to learn but hard to master.
Controls
Click between two dots to draw a line.
How to Play
- Click between two adjacent dots to draw a line.
- Complete the fourth side of a square to claim it.
- Avoid drawing the third side of any square.
- Play until the grid is full and count the squares.
Tips & Tricks
Count the chain length before you open one. Handing over an even chain is survivable; handing over a long odd one loses the game.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smart Dots Reloaded based on?
Dots and Boxes, the classic that shipped with Windows 3.1 — this is a modern remake of the same rules.
Why should I avoid drawing a third side?
Because it lets the opponent close the square and keep their turn, which is how chains are handed over and games are lost.
