Item: Four Discs Classic Game
Rating: 80
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

80/100

Four Discs (often known as Connect 4) is a classic for a reason, and this version is a polished, no-nonsense adaptation. The gameplay is exactly what you expect: drop your colored discs to get four in a row before your opponent. What makes this specific app worth the download is the variety of difficulty levels. The 'Expert' AI is surprisingly tough and will punish any tactical lapse, making it a great tool for players looking to sharpen their strategy.

The inclusion of a same-device multiplayer mode is perfect for passing the time with a friend during a commute or at a cafe. The UI is clean, the animations are smooth, and the 'undo' button is a welcome feature for those accidental taps. It’s a simple game executed with a high level of polish and no intrusive ads, which is a breath of fresh air on the App Store. For a casual board game experience, you can't go wrong here.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 09 2024

Dinsun Review

We’ve all played Connect Four. It’s a solved game, and this app doesn't do a single thing to modernize it or make it more interesting. The graphics are uninspired, and the 'clink' of the discs sounds more like a digital glitch than actual plastic hitting a grid. It’s the kind of game you download for a five-minute flight and then delete immediately after landing.

The AI is predictable on lower settings and feels like it's cheating on higher ones, which is a common shortcut for developers who don't want to program actual logic. There are a dozen better versions of this on the App Store with better graphics, online play, and skin customization. This feels like a high school coding project that somehow made it onto the marketplace. I don't see the point in it.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Simple to understand
No complex menus
Functional local multiplayer

Dull aesthetics
Predictable AI
Lacks online matchmaking

Technical Report

Performance: Stable, but the touch detection is occasionally finicky.

Accessibility:

Large touch targets

Audience Fit

Buy if: You have a deep nostalgia for 4-in-a-row and no internet connection.

Skip if: You want modern features or competitive online play.

Similar Games:

Connect 4
Four in a Row Online

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative critic
Hardware: iPad Pro
Playtime: 2 hours
Status: Defeated Hard AI

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

534450592

$0.99 4+★4.5 75 reviews

Author : Sergio Licea

Pubish Date : Wed Oct 10 2018

Last Update Date : Mon Oct 06 2025

Support Languages : English, Dutch, Spanish

Genres :

Version 4.9Mon Oct 06 2025

• iOS 26 support included
Four Discs (Four in a Row) is a fun and challenging game for kids and adults. The goal is to connect four discs of the same color in a row, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally before your opponent does. You can play against the computer or enjoy a game with a friend on the same device.
There are four levels of difficulty: Easy, Medium, Hard and Expert. The Easy level is great for kids, while the Expert level can be a challenge for experienced players. If you make a mistake or want to change your strategy, Four Discs lets you undo any of your moves.
Compare your score with your friends or players around the world using the built-in Game Center leaderboards.
MAIN FEATURES
• Choose from four levels of difficulty: Easy, Medium, Hard and Expert
• A game suitable for everyone, from kids to adults
• Play against the computer or with a friend on the same device
• It lets you undo any of your moves if you make a mistake
• Compare your scores with friends or players around the world using Game Center
• Turn sound effects On or Off
• Universal App, full native support for iPhone and iPad
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Four Discs (Four in a Row) is a fun and challenging game for kids and adults. The goal is to connect four discs of the same color in a row, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally before your opponent does. You can play against the computer or enjoy a game with a friend on the same device.
There are four levels of difficulty: Easy, Medium, Hard and Expert. The Easy level is great for kids, while the Expert level can be a challenge for experienced players. If you make a mistake or want to change your strategy, Four Discs lets you undo any of your moves.
Compare your score with your friends or players around the world using the built-in Game Center leaderboards.
MAIN FEATURES
• Choose from four levels of difficulty: Easy, Medium, Hard and Expert
• A game suitable for everyone, from kids to adults
• Play against the computer or with a friend on the same device
• It lets you undo any of your moves if you make a mistake
• Compare your scores with friends or players around the world using Game Center
• Turn sound effects On or Off
• Universal App, full native support for iPhone and iPad

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 75 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Four Discs (Four in a Row) is a fun and challenging game for all ages. Connect four discs horizontally, vertically, or diagonally before your opponent does. Choose from four difficulty levels ranging from Easy to Expert, play against a friend on the same device, and track your skills on global leaderboards via Game Center.

Features

4 Difficulty levels (Easy to Expert)

Local multiplayer on one device

Undo move functionality

Game Center leaderboards

Clean and intuitive interface

Tips

Strategic Center Control

Try to place your first few discs in the center columns. This gives you the most opportunities to connect four in multiple directions and limits your opponent's options.

Gameplays

Watching for Traps

Always check for 'double threats' where your opponent can win in two different spots on their next turn. If you see them setting one up, you must block it immediately.