2048

2048 5x5

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2048

2048 5x5

A 5x5 board gives 2048 room to breathe: 25 cells instead of 16. Games last longer, the target is still the 2048 tile, and you get five undos to start with, with milestone tiles adding more up to a limit of eight.

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How to play 2048 5x5

  1. Swipe, or press the arrow keys or WASD, to slide every tile. Tiles with the same number merge.
  2. After each move a new tile appears. Because there are 25 cells, you can keep several chains going at once.
  3. Reach the 2048 tile to win, then keep going if you like. The game marks new goals past 2048.
  4. Tiles of 256, 512, 1024 and 2048 each earn a bonus undo.

Tips and strategy

  • Use the extra space to build two chains side by side along neighbouring edges, then merge them when both are ready.
  • Do not get careless because the board is big. Without a fixed corner for your largest tile, a 5x5 board turns into a mess quickly.
  • Your unfinished 5x5 game is saved automatically, so you can stop and resume it later.
  • Want more of a squeeze? Try 3x3. Want even more room? Try 6x6.

2048 5x5 FAQ

Is 2048 easier on a 5x5 board?

Reaching 2048 is considerably easier because there are 25 cells to hold tiles, but games take longer. The challenge becomes keeping your layout tidy for several hundred moves.

Are scores saved separately for each board size?

Yes. Your best score and best tile are recorded per board, so a 5x5 record never overwrites your classic 4x4 result.

Read the full 2048 guide: rules, scoring and strategy ›

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