Connect 4 Position 5

Move sequence: 5. Player 2 to move. Position is drawn with perfect play.

Engine evaluation: 0 (P1 POV)

Player 2 to move. Position is drawn with perfect play. Engine type: opening.

Best Move

The engine recommends column 2 as the best move for Player 2 in this position.

Top 3 Moves (Ranked for the Side to Move)

#1: Column 2P1 POV 0
#2: Column 3P1 POV 0
#3: Column 4P1 POV 0

Play From This Position

Open the position in the analyzer to play any move and watch the engine update. Useful for studying lines deeper than this page covers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best move in Connect 4 position 5?

Column 2. Player 2 to move. Position is drawn with perfect play.

Is 5 a winning position in Connect 4?

Player 2 to move. Position is drawn with perfect play.

How do I read the position encoding?

Each number is a column played in order, starting with Player 1. 5 means: 5. After 1 moves, Player 2 is to move.

Can I play out variations from this position?

Yes. Use the "Play from this position" link to load the board into the analyzer, where you can play any move and see the engine evaluation update.