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Your guide to 15 Puzzle
Try 15 Puzzle at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Practice with a purpose
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
What counts as success
Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Select a tile directly beside the empty square.
- The tile slides into the gap; diagonal moves are not allowed.
- Use Undo to step back one move.
- Finish the ordered board, or choose New puzzle.
Input guidance
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Put the rules into context
When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Verify the rule before continuing.
A useful caution
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of 15 Puzzle?
Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right.
For a quick reminder, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain 15 Puzzle?
When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?
For clarity: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
For my first round, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?
For clarity: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For this browser game, which play mode does 15 Puzzle use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
