Four in a Row Four in a Row is a simple turn-taking game that is also known popularly as Connect Four but has also been called Plot Four, Four Up, Gravitrips and by the fascinating name 'Captain's Mistress'. This game can be played two ways. 'With gravity' which mimics the counter dropping action of Connect Four or 'no gravity'. You can decide which version you would like your readers to play, or you can provide instructions for both versions.