THE PLAYBOOK · 6CHROME
How to play 15 Puzzle
15 Puzzle gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
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. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Compare the situation with the worked example. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right.
Before I begin, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, 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.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?
Here is the relevant explanation: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
For this browser game, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
