A Free So Clover Alternative You Can Play Online
Looking to play So Clover online? The beloved cooperative clue-writing game has no official browser version — so Clover Clues is the free online game that captures the same magic. Write one-word clues for your "clover," add a decoy, then rebuild everyone's clovers as a team — all in your browser, with no app, no signup, and no download.
Why Clover Clues is the alternative to reach for
- Same cooperative heart. One shared score, everyone solving together — that's the co-op word-game feeling fans love. See the full how-to.
- Nothing to buy or install. No box, no cards, no app store — just open herdgamesonline.com/clover and share a code.
- Built for remote play. Everyone joins on their own device, so it works around a table or over a video call.
- Original and copyright-safe. Our own word bank and branding — inspired by the genre, not a copy.
How it compares
| So Clover (physical) | Clover Clues (online) | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Buy the box | Free |
| Setup | Cards, boards, markers | Share a 4-letter code |
| Remote play | No | Yes — own devices + a call |
| Co-op clue + decoy + rebuild | Yes | Yes |
How to play online in 30 seconds
- Everyone opens herdgamesonline.com/clover in a browser.
- One person clicks "Create game" and shares the 4-letter code.
- Friends tap "Join" and enter it (3–6 players).
- Write your clues, then rebuild each other's clovers as a team.
That's the whole setup — which is exactly why it works when the box isn't handy. New to it? Start with the how-to-play guide, or browse more cooperative word games online. Want a different vibe? Try Guesstimate, Say Anything, or the solo Daily Herd.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free online version of So Clover?
There is no official browser version of So Clover, but Clover Clues is a free online game built on the same cooperative clue-writing idea: write one-word clues for your clover, then rebuild each other's clovers as a team. It runs in any browser with a room code — no app, no signup, no download.
Can you play So Clover online with friends remotely?
Yes — play Clover Clues. Each player joins from their own device with a 4-letter code and you talk over a video call. It captures the same co-op "rebuild the clover from clues" experience the physical game is loved for, without needing the box.
Is Clover Clues the same as So Clover?
Clover Clues is an original game inspired by the modern cooperative clue-writing genre that So Clover helped popularise. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Repos Production, and uses its own words and branding. The core loop — clues, a decoy, and rebuilding clovers as a team — will feel familiar.
How many players do you need?
3 to 6. It is fully cooperative, so you share one score and win or lose together.
Do I need to download or pay anything?
No. Clover Clues is free and runs entirely in your browser — no download, no account, no payment.
Ready to play?
Free, no download, no signup. 3–6 players.
Start a Clover Clues game →