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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play 15 Puzzle

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Play 15 Puzzle with the rules at hand

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. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Build familiarity through play

Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.

What the game asks you to do

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. Try to explain the aim in your own words.

From the start of a round

  1. Select a tile directly beside the empty square.
  2. The tile slides into the gap; diagonal moves are not allowed.
  3. Use Undo to step back one move.
  4. Finish the ordered board, or choose New puzzle.

Choosing and moving on screen

Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

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. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.

A mistake to avoid

A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

If you are unsure

As a new player, what is the goal of 15 Puzzle?

Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right.

Before I begin, how do I control 15 Puzzle?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.

On this playing page, what example helps explain 15 Puzzle?

The key detail is this: When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it.

While learning, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?

Keep this in mind: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.

For this browser game, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.

Before I begin, which play mode does 15 Puzzle use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While learning, where should I start with 15 Puzzle?

Keep this in mind: Select a tile directly beside the empty square.

While reading the Guide, 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 my first round, how can I find 15 Puzzle again?

Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

As a new player, how do I report an issue with 15 Puzzle?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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.

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