What Is Color Flood?
Color Flood (also known as Flood-It) is a strategy puzzle game where you start from the top-left corner and progressively flood the board with colors. Each move changes your flooded region to a new color, absorbing all adjacent cells of that color. The goal is to flood the entire board with a single color in a limited number of moves. It's a simple concept that requires forward-thinking strategy.
How to Play Color Flood
- The board starts as a grid of randomly colored cells.
- Your flooded region starts at the top-left corner.
- Click a color button to change your region to that color.
- All adjacent cells matching the new color join your region.
- Continue flooding until the entire board is one color.
- You must complete the board within 25 moves to win.
Basic Rules
- Flooding starts from the top-left corner and expands outward.
- Only directly adjacent cells (not diagonal) are absorbed.
- You cannot choose the color your region already is.
- You have 25 moves maximum to flood the entire 14x14 board.
- The percentage counter shows your progress.
Strategy Tips for Beginners
- Look ahead 2-3 moves to plan which colors will absorb the most cells.
- Prioritize colors that connect large groups to your region.
- Focus on expanding toward the edges and corners early.
- Avoid picking colors that only add a few cells.
- The first few moves are the most critical — they set up your path to the edges.
Real Examples of Gameplay
Smart Choice
Your region is red and borders several blue cells and one green cell. Picking blue absorbs 8 cells, while green only absorbs 1. Choose blue!
Chain Reaction
The expanded region now touches a large yellow group. Two strategic moves and you've gone from 10% to 40% flooded.
Variations of Color Flood
- Standard (14x14, 6 colors): Classic board with 25-move limit.
- Easy (10x10, 4 colors): Smaller board with fewer colors for beginners.
- Hard (14x14, 8 colors): More colors mean more decisions and tighter move limits.
Why People Love Color Flood
- Color Flood is visually satisfying and strategically engaging.
- Watching your color region grow across the board is inherently rewarding.
- The move limit adds just enough pressure to make each choice meaningful. Easy to pick up, surprisingly addictive.
Play Color Flood Online for Free
Play Color Flood free in your browser. No downloads needed — pick colors, flood the board, and try to clear it in under 25 moves. The progress bar shows exactly how close you are to victory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 25 moves always enough to solve the board?
Most randomly generated 14x14 boards with 6 colors can be solved in 20-25 moves with good strategy. Some boards are easier than others — your goal is to beat the limit.
What's the best strategy?
Always pick the color that will add the most cells to your flooded region. Look 2-3 moves ahead when possible, especially early in the game when each move has a bigger impact.
Start Playing Now
Color Flood is a beautiful blend of strategy and visual satisfaction. Pick your colors wisely, watch your territory expand, and flood the board before you run out of moves.