How much time will it take to reach 2048? Can you find the best strategy to beat this game?

The goal is to merge tiles until you create a single tile with the number 2048. Use the arrow keys to slide the tiles in the direction you pressed (if this isn't working, you may need to click on the game board first). Combine tiles by getting two tiles with the same number next to each other, then press the appropriate arrow key to move them into each other. 

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