Sliding Puzzle

Classic 8-tile puzzle: slide pieces into the empty space until the numbers run 1 through 8 from top-left to bottom-right.

Tap a tile next to the gap to move it.

How to play

  • Only tiles next to the empty cell (up, down, left, or right) can move-never diagonally.
  • Each tap swaps that tile with the empty space.
  • Goal: 1-3 on the top row, 4-6 on the middle, 7-8 on the bottom, gap bottom-right.
  • New puzzle shuffles with legal moves only (always solvable).

Game description

Sliding Puzzle is a classic logic game where every move counts. You play on a three-by-three board with numbered tiles and one empty space. The goal is to arrange the numbers in the correct order by sliding nearby tiles into that empty slot. It looks simple, but solving efficiently requires planning, patience, and good pattern recognition. Random moves can quickly create confusion, while smart moves help you build the board row by row and finish faster.

This browser version starts instantly and runs smoothly on both mobile and desktop, so you can practice anywhere without downloads or account setup. Each new shuffle is generated through legal moves, which means the puzzle is always solvable. You can restart as many times as you like, improve your speed, and challenge yourself to use fewer moves. Sliding Puzzle is perfect for players who enjoy calm, brain-focused gameplay and the satisfaction of turning a messy board into a clean, solved result.

Tips

Work row by row. If you get stuck, start a New puzzle.

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