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Making your first moves in 15 Puzzle
Choose a round of 15 Puzzle and settle into its rules. Arrange 1 to 15 in reading order with the empty square at the bottom right. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Something to practise
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
What you are aiming for
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. Start with a deliberate move.
The playing sequence
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
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. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
Pay attention to this rule
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.
A few questions answered
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.
Before I begin, how do I control 15 Puzzle?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain 15 Puzzle?
For clarity: 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?
Keep this in mind: A distant tile cannot jump across other tiles.
For a quick reminder, what format does 15 Puzzle offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
As a new player, 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.