Connect 4

The grid locks together firmly, so the whole thing stays put even when my nephew gets a little too enthusiastic slamming in his red discs. We’ve played five rounds tonight and it’s already become the go-to after dinner.

My kids have been fighting over who gets the gold discs because they slide down the grid so satisfyingly. It’s simple to set up and even our six-year-old caught on to the strategy after a couple rounds.

The grid is sturdy and the discs slide down smoothly every time, which makes the game feel satisfying. We’ve already played about ten rounds tonight and the setup is quick enough to keep the momentum going.