THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Something to practise
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
Learn from a sample situation
When the gap is in the last square, only the tile above it and the tile to its left can move into it. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Where a round can go wrong
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. 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.
Questions about this game
On this playing page, 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.
For my first round, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, 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 reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in 15 Puzzle?
A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
While reading the Guide, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?
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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.