How to play Sliding Puzzle
Slide the tiles into order using the single empty space. In Numbers mode, arrange 1, 2, 3… left to right, top to bottom with the gap in the bottom-right corner. In Picture mode, rebuild the image.
- Tap or click any tile in the same row or column as the gap — it slides (together with the tiles between) towards the gap.
- Arrow keys or WASD move a tile into the gap; on touch screens you can also swipe on the board.
- Choose 3×3 (8 puzzle) up to 6×6 (35 puzzle). Every shuffle is guaranteed to be solvable (half of all random arrangements are not!).
- Peek shows the finished picture while you hold it.
Moves and time are counted; your best moves and best time are saved for every size and mode, and an unfinished puzzle is restored when you come back.
Tips
Solve the top row first, then the left column, reducing the puzzle to a smaller one each time. Place the last two tiles of a row together: put them in position one below the other, then rotate them in.
About this sliding puzzle
Slide tiles into order in the classic 15 puzzle — 3×3 to 6×6. Play Sliding Puzzle free in your browser on desktop, tablet or phone. It works offline once loaded — perfect for travel. Your progress and best scores are saved on your device. Popular searches: 15 puzzle.
Sliding Puzzle FAQ
Is Sliding Puzzle free to play?
Yes. Sliding Puzzle is completely free on GamesVora. There is nothing to download or install and you don't need an account.
Can I play Sliding Puzzle offline?
Yes. Once you have opened GamesVora while online, Sliding Puzzle is saved on your device and you can keep playing without an internet connection.
Does Sliding Puzzle work on mobile phones and tablets?
Yes. Sliding Puzzle works in any modern browser on Android phones, iPhones, iPads, tablets, laptops and desktop computers, with touch, mouse and keyboard controls.
Is my progress saved?
Your settings, best scores and statistics are saved in your browser on this device. Clearing your browser data will reset them.
What other games are like Sliding Puzzle?
If you enjoy Sliding Puzzle, try the other games in our Logic Puzzles collection — they are all free and work offline too.
