Greedy Gnomes

Greedy Gnomes is a clever logic game that puts a competitive twist on classic connect-style mechanics. Challenge the computer or a friend to see who can claim the most territory on the board.

Controls

mouse

About Greedy Gnomes

The Greedy Gnomes game is a unique take on classic board games like Tic-Tac-Toe and Connect 5. While the visual style might look familiar, the rules offer a fresh strategic challenge. In this version, the winner isn't simply the first person to reach five in a row. Instead, players compete to see who can form the highest number of lines consisting of at least four chips once the entire board is filled. This creates a much more tactical environment where every empty space matters until the very end.

Game details

Genre: Logic Multiplayer
Platform: Web browser
Published on: 5/18/2017
Plays: 65,854 plays
Mobile support: No

Greedy Gnomes Features

Unique Scoring: The winner is determined by the total number of lines, not just the first one.
Connect 4 Mechanics: Pieces are dropped from the top, adding a vertical strategy layer.
Two Game Modes: Play solo against the computer or challenge a friend in 2-player mode.
Logic-Based Gameplay: Requires careful planning to block opponents while building your own multiple lines.

Another key difference from standard grid games is the movement: instead of placing chips anywhere, you throw them from the top, allowing gravity to stack them. This makes it play similarly to Connect 4 but with the scoring complexity of a much larger board. Greedy Gnomes allows for both single-player matches against the AI and local two-player matches, making it a great choice for friends looking for a quick mental duel.

FAQ

What is the goal of the Greedy Gnomes game?

The goal is to have more lines of four or more chips than your opponent once the entire board has been filled.

How is this different from Tic-Tac-Toe?

Unlike Tic-Tac-Toe, the game doesn't end when one line is formed. You continue playing until the board is full, and you drop pieces from the top rather than placing them freely.