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Your guide to 15 Puzzle
Open 15 Puzzle, check the instructions and begin a round. Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Use the example below to understand a decision.
A focus for your next round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Notice the feedback after each input.
The objective of a round
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. Take a moment to understand the current position.
The order of play
- 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.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
See the idea in action
When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Where a round can go wrong
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions that come up during play
For my first round, what is the goal of 15 Puzzle?
The key detail is this: Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right.
When I return, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, 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.
When I return, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
As a new player, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does 15 Puzzle use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For my first round, where should I start with 15 Puzzle?
For clarity: Select a tile directly beside the empty square.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find 15 Puzzle again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with 15 Puzzle?
The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
