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Creating a quality puzzle app is not easy, even for the best of the best on the Play Store . Balancing gameplay elegance, intricacy, and satisfaction while adhering to a reasonable difficulty curve is a task only the top puzzle games can achieve. The key is to reward players for their deductive reasoning skills rather than demanding snap decisions, incentivizing some deeper thought and caution before proceeding. Build it around an entertaining gameplay loop with a sweet artstyle, and you’ve got a great puzzle game, ready for the best budget Android phones. From calming apps like Mekorama to addictive “just one more go” experiences like Melon Maker, Puzzle apps are primed and ready to keep you guessing.

It's no secret that puzzle games are a little over-represented on the Play Store, with slews of imitators riding the slipstream of market leaders, so we're here to highlight the best of the best. This genre of apps is a little oversaturated on the Play Store, given its flexibility in terms of setting and artstyle, so we’d like to share our favorites in this roundup of the best puzzle games that stand out. You can put your new high-performance gaming phone away for these apps, but don't forget your thinking cap.

1 Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon

Netflix Games has published Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon on the Play Store, bringing the popular puzzle roguelike to Android. While this game does differ from the original platformer, the puzzle-based gameplay is superb, offering falling block gameplay any Tetris fan should recognize. The mechanics are simple enough to understand while remaining challenging to master, which is why the gameplay loop is so addictive, all without pesky monetization to ruin the experience.

You will need a Netflix account to play, but beyond that, this is a premium release that stacks up to its console and PC counterparts.

2 Baba Is You

Baba Is You takes a traditional Sokoban puzzle game and turns it on its head through the use of cryptic words. You'll unlock specific abilities and areas by pushing certain words together, which is ultimately how you solve each puzzle. Still, these solutions aren't easy, as this is an incredibly challenging game, but the solution is the reward, and it feels great once you finally get past a puzzle that was previously stumping you.

Baba Is You may be a short game clocking in at 7 hours to beat , but it's one of the best puzzle games on the platform, which is why it's a great title to start with for today's puzzle game roundup.

3 Path of Giants

A slick puzzle game where you'll control three characters, each offering unique skills to see you progress through each stage. As you can guess, you'll use these characters to solve each stage's puzzle, with the challenge growing with each solved stage. The graphics are excellent, the gameplay is enjoyable, and it's easily played in bite-size sessions to ensure this is a title best played in your downtime.

Best of all, what you see is what you get, as this is a premium release, so you're free to enjoy the game in its entirety once you pay $4. Not bad, not bad at all.

4 Golf Peaks

Golf Peaks is styled as a miniature golf game, but it's actually a puzzle game (which is why it's on today's list). There are more than 120 levels to explore, spread across ten worlds. Cards are used for movement as you decipher which cards will get your ball into the hole, making for a logic puzzler you will have to spend time thinking about, but that's where the fun is to be found, illustrating why this game is so appealing. It's designed well and offers tons of fun. What's not to like?

Sliding tile puzzle games may have a reputation for being simple, but Gorogoa is anything but. Sure, you'll slide some tiles around, as that is part of the core gameplay, but thanks to some striking art and abstract puzzle solutions, this game goes way beyond moving a few tiles. Imagine if Salvador Dalí created a video game, and you're getting close to the abstract play within this release. While the game is only two hours long , it's a heck of a ride that shouldn't be missed.

PUSH is a fun minimal puzzle game where your single objective is to push a bunch of buttons in the correct order. What is great about this setup is that there are no timers and no tutorials. Heck, there aren't even any boss fights. This game is solely focused on gameplay and gameplay alone. Essentially, what you see is what you get, and what you get is a competent puzzle game that offers a stress-free experience.

7 Hidden Through Time

Hidden Through Time is a stunning hidden object game that offers wonderful art, cute animations, and enjoyable gameplay. Mostly you'll spend your time deciphering clues to find all the hidden objects in each level, and each stage is pleasantly animated, making it easy to gaze at the screen for hours as you hunt down every last hidden object. If you enjoy titles like Hidden Folks but are looking for a splash of color to brighten the experience, then you'll love Hidden Through Time.

8 G30 - A Memory Maze

G30 - A Memory Maze is a minimal puzzle game that offers a unique story about a person suffering from a cognitive disorder. It will be your job to piece together their memory by solving two-part puzzles of scattered text and random images. You'll spend most of your time rotating these images to form larger pictures. The secondary puzzle element comes into play as you cycle these pics through words displayed at the top of the screen.

These words ultimately tell a story, but you'll first have to solve each puzzle before you can piece together the entirety of the tale.

9 Hidden Folks

Hidden Folks is a stylish hidden object game that's a joy to look at and play. The art is hand-drawn and consists of black-and-white pen and ink designs. Players are tasked with finding a particular person hidden in each drawing, much like a Where's Waldo book. This is easier said than done since you'll have to peel back and move objects in each environment to hunt down these hidden people.

Unlike many of the hidden objects on the Play Store, Hidden Folks offers a highly interactive experience, which has a lot to do with the wonderfully engaging art style.

Hocus is an indie puzzle game that exudes a minimal style. It will be your job to navigate a cube through a series of optical illusions. There are 120 hand-crafted levels to explore, and if you get tired of these levels, you can jump into the optional level builder to design your own. What's great about this system is that you can share these homemade levels through a code or card, which means you can jump into levels created by other players if you wish.

Blue is a popular release in the color-themed puzzle game series from Bart Bonte . The game's goal is to change the color in all the title's fifty stages to blue. If you get stuck, hints are available, though ads will play unless you pay to remove them through an in-app purchase. Trial and error is the key to victory, especially if you plan to complete all 50 levels.

12 Shadowmatic

Shadowmatic took its sweet time coming to Android, but the game is so pretty we can forgive the late arrival. The game's setup is extremely simple. All you do is spin and tilt one or more of the game's 3D objects to form a shadow that displays the puzzle's desired shape. Things grow more complex when multiple objects are in play. The beautiful 3D graphics create a relaxed atmosphere perfect for short or lengthy gaming sessions, though you'll need some beefy hardware to run this title.

13 I Love Hue Too

I Love Hue Too is a psychedelic puzzler where harmony, geometry, perception, skill, and magic intersect to create an enthralling puzzle game. Puzzles are solved by shuffling tiles to create harmony with the colors provided. There are more than 900 puzzles to unravel within this release and multiple play modes, which should keep players busy for a long while. Oh, and the game contains six ambient tracks that help set the mood for this trippy puzzler.

14 Bridge Constructor Portal

The Bridge Constructor series from Headup has seen a few releases on mobile, sporting all kinds of themes, combining gameplay elements from these themes with classic bridge construction gameplay. The most popular title to combine interesting elements is Bridge Constructor Portal. It offers familiar Portal gameplay crossed with bridge-building action, resulting in a good time solving all portal-laced puzzles.

This is a premium release you can snag for $5, and there's extra DLC once you beat the main game that you can pick up for $2. Seeing that the main campaign is 13 hours long and that the DLC adds even more content, you'll have plenty of puzzles to solve for a small investment.

15 Railbound

From the same creator as Golf Peaks, Railbound is a puzzler where you'll lay down train tracks to solve the game's level-based challenges. There are more than 200 puzzles to solve, all revolving around trains and track laying, with adorable graphics attached and a couple of cute pups to boot. So if you're a fan of Golf Peaks and want to see what's new from the same creator, Railbound is the obvious choice, and best of all, it's just as great as its older brother.

16 Mekorama

Mekorama draws inspiration from similar isometric puzzle platformers, such as Monument Valley, but that's an easy thing to forgive when the games you imitate are solid to start with. Much like the titles that inspired this release, you can expect tons of humor and personality, and the developer has implemented a user-friendly way to pay what you want for the full game unlock, which is a nice touch.

17 Lost Words: Beyond the Page

If you're big into platformers, but enjoy them most when they offer puzzle mechanics, then Lost Words: Beyond the Page should be right up your alley. This is a chill game where you'll literally use the letters in words as platforms to traverse each stage. These words, of course, tell an evolving story, which is entertaining enough, but it's the puzzle-based platforming where the game really shines.

Taking a page out of Baba is You's book, you'll have to think creatively about how words can be used to solve the game's 2D puzzles, all at your own pace.

18 Linelight

Linelight is an atmospheric puzzle game centered around navigating threads of light to complete puzzle challenges; with a celestial theme that immerses you in the experience. Gameplay-wise, Linelight gets really creative with the kinds of puzzles it offers; particularly the ones themed around only moving when the player is moving. Linelight focuses on its gameplay, with over 200 puzzles to solve, but its presentation is also very absorbing, from the silky movements to the beautiful music.

19 Melon Maker: Fruit Game

Melon Maker has been making waves for a while due to its curiously magnetic appeal, presenting an interesting blend of match-3 and Tetris mechanics. The gameplay boils down to dropping fruit into a transparent box, and combining fruits of the same color to keep the pile from overflowing. The difficulty curves smoothly as the fruits get bigger the longer you play and the circular nature of the fruits makes stacking difficult. Its cute artstyle, satisfying gameplay, and insane replayability create an experience that's just impossible to put down.

If you’re looking for your next big app addiction à la Vampire Survivors , check out Melon Maker.

The best puzzle games are easily installed from the Google Play Store

The above selection of quality puzzle games are some of our favorites, but there are plenty more out there too, which is why this roundup is constantly updated with new listings to ensure everyone can jump into a fresh puzzler when the need arises. So until the next update, enjoy the latest puzzle titles that have struck our fancy as the best of the best.

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by Oli Welsh , Nicole Carpenter , Ana Diaz , Maddy Myers , Zoë Hannah , and Polygon Staff

It’s no understatement to say puzzles form the backbone of video games as a medium of entertainment.

For me, it started with games like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past , in which dungeons contained numerous mysteries that pushed me to consider, and then reconsider, how I used Link’s vast arsenal of tools to accomplish a task like, say, opening a secret door to a room. And while several adventure games make problem-solving a key aspect of exploring, just plain old puzzles also have played a large role in the history of video games.

It could be the picture book-esque stylings of point-and-click games like Goragoa or the mind-bending worlds of Cocoon , developers continue to shower fans of games with all kinds of brainteasers. Even in the past two years, I’ve seen word games — still puzzles! — take on a new level of widespread popularity through the breakout success of games like the New York Times’ Wordle and now Connections .

There are truly too many puzzle games to choose from. If we really wanted to get philosophical, we could extend this designation to the vast majority of games. So we here at Polygon decided to start by writing up some of our personal favorite puzzle games. From classic match games like Puyo Puyo to the deviously clever visual puns of Baba Is You , here are Polygon’s favorite puzzle games. — Ana Diaz

Our latest updated added Arranger.

Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure

Where to play: Android, iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC

Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure is one of those puzzle games that changes the way you think about all puzzle games — rather than simply shuffling around the grid, you can also loop yourself around to the other side of each row and column, forcing you to get accustomed to a brand new mechanic from the jump. Your movements also impact static items and non-player characters, including the enemies you destroy by configuring weapons to push into them with your next move.

Add the impeccable and appropriately percussive soundtrack by Argentinian composer Tomás Batista and the compelling story told in stunning comic-book-like illustrations and you have one of our favorite puzzle games of 2024 so far. Best of all, the levels are a mix of challenging, rewarding, and relaxing — you can always skip a level if you’re too stuck — making even a few minutes of Arranger between meetings rewarding. —Zoë Hannah

Baba Is You

Where to play: Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC

Baba Is You is a word game and an environmental puzzle game, but not in the way that either of those genre terms typically get used.

In this game, the words you select change the environment around you and the entire conditions of the game itself — almost like you’re the level designer. The top-down, 2D game starts simply enough, giving you rules in the form of text on the screen like “Baba is you” (you control a little sprite named Baba), “rock is push” (if you run up against a rock, it’ll move), and “flag is win” (touch the flag to complete the level). But each of those pieces of text can be moved around on screen to spell out different commands, thereby changing the entire world. Pushing these pieces of text to instead make them say “rock is you” turns the rock into a playable character, while Baba simply stands there motionless.

That might not sound too complicated, until the game introduces a ton more objects and actions, thereby allowing you to feel like even more of a galaxy-brained genius upon figuring out how to reorder them in your favor. Like the best puzzle games, Baba Is You will make you feel both smart and stupid constantly — but mostly smart, because you’ll be training your brain to think in ways that are entirely new. — Maddy Myers

Baba is You

The case of the golden idol.

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, Windows PC

Much like Return of the Obra Dinn (more on that in a sec), the real work of playing The Case of the Golden Idol doesn’t involve anything you do on screen — it happens in your head as you sort through the clues the game has provided.

In this game, it’s not just one event that you need to unravel, but a whole series of mysterious and fantastical murders to solve, one by one. The killings take place over the course of several years, each of them related in some way to a magical object with extraordinary and lethal powers (the titular Golden Idol). Like Obra Dinn , all you get are glimpses of each murder, but not a whole cutscene — just an unsettling, looping animation of the victim’s final moments. As the omnipresent investigator, you can sort through the character’s pockets and explore the victim’s surroundings, which will allow you to put together clues and make an accusation — in the form of a written logbook that has predetermined phrases for you to select.

In that way, Golden Idol involves some process of elimination, since there are only ever so many words that you can put into your logbook to describe the murder’s events, but those words might not make any sense to you until you’ve fully processed the scene and the clues. Again, this is a game that unfolds in your head and not on screen — because once you know whodunit, selecting the words that describe the solution is a total breeze. This is a game that will have you wishing you could erase your memory and play it again. Luckily, there’s some fantastic DLC for it and a sequel on the way. — MM

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

It’s difficult to communicate the terms of a puzzle without using a single line of dialogue or piece of text, yet that’s precisely what Cocoon does throughout its short (four-to-five-hour) but monumentally impressive run time. You play as a cute little bug exploring a series of strange sci-fi worlds using mysterious, glowing orbs to transport yourself to and fro. Environmental hazards abound, but the path beyond each of them always turns out to be head-slappingly simple, requiring you to just look at the minimal tools at your disposal and using them to your advantage. The pulsing synth soundtrack will accelerate in a hopeful direction whenever you get closer to solving a puzzle, which helps. The only frustrating part is that Cocoon still has boss battles in between its oodles of environmental puzzles, and these are fine but not nearly as fun as, well, the puzzles. That’s why you’re here, after all. — MM

Connections

Where to play: NY Times Games

Sometimes you want a gorgeously rendered puzzle game that you can sink hours into on your PC or your console. And other times, you want “grid on phone.”

“Grid on phone” is having a moment in the puzzle genre — trivia games like the Immaculate Grid or Vulture’s Cinematrix have captured the hearts of nerds of all stripes. But for my money [ Ed. note: Those games are all free] the New York Times’ daily Connections is the most complete and satisfying version of “grid on phone.”

Each day, players are presented with a four-by-four grid of words. The goal is to find four groups of four connected words: Maybe they rhyme, or have to do with a connected topic, or can all use the same prefix or suffix. Some are harder than others — in each set of four groups, typically two are pretty easy and two are pretty difficult — and Connections editor Wyna Liu is quite skilled at tricking you into thinking you’ve found a group where one doesn’t exist. That level of difficulty is what makes Connections challenging and fun, and when you manage to guess the most difficult group of the day first, it’s a great feeling. — Pete Volk

Where to play: iOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One

Capybara Games’ Grindstone is one of my go-to games if I’m just traveling with my iPad. You play as an ogre-like miner who slays monsters and collects items called grindstones. To collect these stones and complete each level, you’ll chart a path through a corral of monsters by connecting creatures of the same color. If you slay more than 10 monsters in one turn, you’ll be rewarded with a shiny grindstone that allows you to continue your chain attack with a differently colored monster.

Grindstone is polished down to the most minute details. The developers honed in on a strong sense of style that leans into colorful, cartoony art and quirky character design. Even small actions, like slicing through monsters, feels oh-so satisfying as your little ogre grunts and rips through all the little creeps.

I also personally like that you can play through the campaign and upgrade your character. So while it’s a puzzle game, the game does have a progression element where you power up your little miner. What’s more is that this part of the game also introduced certain strategy elements, so you might need to plan out what items and upgrades you’ll want depending on the specific challenge of each level. — AD

Lumines Remastered

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Windows PC, Xbox One

Have you ever loved a game that you absolutely suck at? That’s me with Lumines Remastered . On its face, this game has a rather simple premise that will feel comfortable to fans of other falling-block games, but it never fails to kick my ass.

In the main mode, you work with a generously wide board that’s 16 blocks long and 10 high. As you play, a two-by-two square composed of smaller blocks falls from the top of the screen. Each of these squares has its own combination of two different colors of blocks. For example, the first level has a silver-and-orange theme, so one square might have three orange blocks, and then one silver block in the upper right corner. You clear the board by arranging these smaller squares so that the smaller blocks of the same color stack to form other square and rectangular shapes. You lose the game once the blocks stack up and surpass the height of the board.

Lumines Remastered feels great to play and has a great sense of style to boot. The game has a rhythmic pace to it because the squares and rectangles of the same color don’t clear until a cursor aligned with the beat passes over them. I personally think fans of Tetris Effect will love it for its pulsing electronic beats and dazzling visual effects. I might not always get as far as I want, but I’ll always come back for more. — AD

Where to play: Android, iOS, PlayStation 3, Windows PC, Xbox 360

Peggle was released in 2007 and it’s still one of the best puzzle games of all time. A mix of Japanese gambling arcade game pachinko, pinball machines, and centuries-old billiards game Bagatelle, Peggle is played by launching a ball from the top of the screen to bounce around and clear a board full of pegs. It’s a mix of luck and strategy in deciding where to aim the ball to maximize the amount of pegs that are lit up or cleared. It’s pure serotonin when you make huge combos or clear the board — set to an epic rendition of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, particularly “Ode to Joy.”

I remember playing Peggle on Xbox Live Arcade, but it’s now available on basically all platforms. PopCap eventually released Peggle Nights and Peggle 2 , plus Peggle Blast for mobile devices, among others. From its major success, Peggle has almost become a genre: There’s roguelike Peglin , dungeon crawler Roundguard , and role-playing game Beast Breaker , if you’re looking to spice up the original gameplay. — Nicole Carpenter

Peggle Deluxe

Where to play: Nintendo Switch

Nonograms like Picross are a tried-and-true puzzle format. In Picross games, you fill in boxes on a grid to reveal a picture by using numbered hints assigned to each line. My personal favorite version of it is Sega’s: the Picross S games for Nintendo Switch. Sega released the first Picross S in 2017 and has released more than eight different versions of it since. (I played Picross S4 and 5 , and enjoyed those ones specifically.)

Picross games have a laid-back feel that’s notably less frantic than some of the other options on this list. You can learn the basics in minutes and kick back once you do. I personally appreciate how the Picross S series feels great to play in a digital format since it gives you all the notation tools you need to succeed.

Picross would make the perfect match for the sudoku-inclined. I’d also venture to say that its laid-back gameplay and almost pen-and-paper feel would make it a great next step for any fans of word games wanting to try something new. It is the perfect game to play on a lazy Sunday morning as you drink a giant cup of coffee. —AD

Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On!

Where to play: iOS, Nintendo Switch

One of my favorites puzzle game genres is “improbable mashup of solitaire with something else” (see the entry for Regency Solitaire in this list), and you don’t get more improbable than Pokémon developer Game Freak’s collision of frantic, high-speed card-clearing with a surprisingly deep and tactical horse-racing sim. Originally appearing on Nintendo 3DS, Pocket Card Jockey is now available in a remake for iOS (via Apple Arcade) and Nintendo Switch. The game involves clearing hands of cards very quickly against the clock to determine your success in various phases of the horse race, but there’s a load of other stuff going on too, including managing your horse’s positioning on the track, its levels of energy and stamina, and so on. There’s even an involved and lengthy career mode where breeding and stable management comes into play. Super cute and accessible on the surface, Pocket Card Jockey is a deep, hypnotic, and exciting mashup of sports and puzzle game under the surface. —Oli Welsh

Pokémon Puzzle League

Where to play: Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

When I’m hanging out with family around the holidays, there’s always one game that comes out. It’s not a sleepy-eyed Mario Kart or anything like that, no — we just love to play Pokémon Puzzle League .

Originally released on Nintendo 64 in 2000, we now enjoy the game by playing it via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription . The game is basically Tetris Attack (also known as Panel de Pon ) with a Pokémon skin. You navigate a one-by-two cursor that flips the blocks from one spot to another. So if you have a red “fire-type” block sitting to the left of a blue “water-type” block, it will swap their spots so the blue one is on the left and red is on the right. Then, you just try to match up lines of three of the same color or more. When you get into it, the game can take on a dizzyingly fast pace that can hook you in for hours.

With a soundtrack that contains cutesy versions of classic tracks like “ Pokémon World ” and crunchy animated visuals from the early era of the franchise, it will tickle any longtime fans of the series. However, it still holds up as a great puzzle game and is a joy to play in local co-op with the non-Pokémon lovers in my life. —AD

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Puyo puyo tetris.

Where to play: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Windows PC, Xbox One

If there is one game on this list that has an uncanny ability to leave me and my friends red-eyed and wondering how it’s already 3:00 a.m., it’s Puyo Puyo Tetris .

The game combines Puyo Puyo — the beloved color-matching game from Sega — and Tetris , the classic falling-block game with tetrominoes. It’s kind of a matter of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” and Tetris certainly doesn’t need any fixing. Puyo Puyo Tetris (and its accompanying sequel) have long been my couch co-op Tetris game of choice.

While the game does have single-player content, I’ve only ever played it with others. In a match, each person gets to choose between playing with the Puyo Puyo mode or Tetris mode. You can play with up to four people at once, and clearing lines on the board in the Tetris version or matching colors in the Puyo Puyo version sends attacks that fill up your competitors’ boards with gray blocks or Puyos.

Puyo Puyo Tetris blends the two classics excellently, even if my groups tend to skew toward the Tetris side of things. I’ve had friends jump in with Puyo and it provides a new kind of challenge as a Tetris player. The one drawback? Some might find the voice-over of its cartoon characters a tad annoying, but even their grating nature can be endearing in its own way, especially if you’re one to shout into the late hours of the night. — AD

Puzzle & Dragons Story

Where to play: iOS

Puzzle & Dragons Story is an Apple Arcade game that combines creature battling and match-3 systems. The classic tile-matching gameplay is where you’ll be attacking the monsters you’re fighting — what you match determines how hard you hit, what element is boosted, or when you heal. It’s one of those games that looks easy, but there’s a lot of strategy involved when you get into the depths.

The franchise has been around since 2012 in several different forms on mobile, but Puzzle & Dragons Story is the latest release, removing the microtransactions from the game — one of the big things the game has been criticized for in the past. Between the dungeons, Puzzle & Dragons Story is filled out with a dramatic narrative that’s easy to consume in small bites, making this one of my top games for whenever I’ve got a spare moment. — NC

Puzzle & Dragons Story

Regency solitaire.

For soothing, smooth-brain puzzling in the true casual-gaming tradition, you can’t do better than this elegant solitaire variant with a Jane Austen-inspired storyline. In 2015’s Regency Solitaire and its 2024 sequel you play Bella, a social-climbing debutante whose pursuit of the perfect marital match is punctuated by lots of attractively arranged tableaux of cards to clear by clicking on them. And the clicking feels great — developer Grey Alien Games is a master of this sort of thing, so the crisp sound effects and light arcade-style scoring systems are perfectly tuned to keep you pleasantly engaged, but not too excited. The Austen pastiche is pretty funny, too. There’s not much to choose between the first and second games, but Regency Solitaire 2 looks better on modern displays, and is a tad more refined. (The original is available on Switch and PC; Regency Solitaire 2 is on PC only.) — OW

Regency Solitaire 2

Return of the obra dinn.

The vessel Obra Dinn left port with 60 souls aboard and returned with none alive. It’s your job to deduce what happened to each member of its crew and how they met their fate. You’re given a crew manifest, some sketches, and a pocket watch. Using this device next to a corpse or other points of interest presents you with a snapshot of how the incident occurred and a bit of dialogue, allowing you to piece together events as you explore more of the ship.

The first handful of deductions are relatively simple, but as you cross names off your list, evidence becomes increasingly obscure, forcing you to fill in the blanks by cross-referencing new information as it becomes available. You have an unlimited amount of time to come to your conclusions before departing, but the Obra Dinn isn’t a particularly hospitable place. From the moment you step aboard, the eerie silence is punctuated only by your footsteps and the groaning of the vessel against the increasingly restless tide. Even with the knowledge that I could leave at any time, I found myself occasionally jumping at shadows and wondering if I wasn’t joined by some spectral passenger.

The first-person perspective might throw someone that’s unfamiliar with the genre, but the simple control scheme and leisurely pace ensure that it remains accessible for anyone looking for a puzzle game that offers an honestly unique experience. — Alice Jovanée

Suika Game was one of my most-played games last year, and will likely be in the running in 2024, too. Even with so many hours logged, I’m not good at Suika Game , and I’m not sure I ever will be . And yet, I keep playing — the fruit-merging game has its hooks deep in me. It’s, again, one of those deceptively simple games: Just combine two of the same fruit and keep fruits from spilling out of the box? Easy, right? No! This is like Tetris if it had bounce physics, so you also have to worry about fruits shooting themselves out of the box with a weird bounce. Though I get frustrated, I keep coming back because it is a compelling mix of skill and luck — but likely mostly luck. You can only play Suika Game on Nintendo Switch in the United States right now, but there’s hope for it coming to mobile. — NC

The Witness

Where to play: Android, iOS, PlayStation 4, Windows PC, Xbox One

If you want to go on a philosophical journey into the heart of puzzles as an art form — and who doesn’t? — there is perhaps only one game that can take you there: The Witness , the abstract, first-person puzzle adventure that was designer Jonathan Blow’s follow-up to Braid . In a way it recalls Myst ; you wander around a strange, idyllic, deserted island, solving puzzles to unlock new areas. But in The Witness , absolutely all the puzzles, which you access via panels in the game world, are 2D maze puzzles, variations on an original design of Blow’s. Through countless permutations, Blow builds upon this simple puzzle concept, turning it into a language in its own right and a dialogue with the player — like Bach turning a simple melody into the Goldberg Variations. It’s one of the most rigorous and challenging explorations of game design ever, and an essential experience for the true puzzle connoisseur. — OW

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15 Best Puzzle Games For Android And iOS In 2022

A mong the various games we have played, puzzle games have been a part of our childhood, and we all have loved the way such games acted as brain teasers and helped stimulate our nervous system.

As we grow up, we need such mind-teasing games for the healthy working of our brain cells . And as most of our time is spent online, why not make room for online puzzles and keep our brains refreshed?  Therefore, my new list will include the best puzzle games you should consider downloading on your device for all the perplexity you need.

15 Best Puzzle Games For Android and iOS 

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Hocus is a mind-bending perspective puzzle game. It is currently one of the top-rated puzzle games on the Play Store right now. In this game, your goal is to get a cube to the red finish marker as fast and efficiently as possible. It might look easy to play but can be pretty challenging.

One of the most incredible things about this game is that it lets you create and play other user-created puzzles. With over 100 puzzles, you can easily play this game for a few hours whenever you are bored.

• Pros : Pick up and play game, easy to learn
• Cons : Can get repetitive
• Availability : Android and iOS

Amid all the available puzzle games online, Threes has a similar concept of sliding tiles to form a particular number, in this case, three and its multiples. When you start playing the game, it will give you a walk-through on how to play it so that it gets easier for you.

It follows a simple drill of sliding the tiles and joining them to add the two titles. Even though it is an easy process, it will still take a while to join the tiles. It starts with making a three, followed by other multiples of three. Each step expects you to make one, and you have to use your brain while sliding to form the desired number.

The game has ease of flow, and once you start playing it often, you will enjoy it, and sliding tiles to form numbers will be your everyday goal.

• Pros : Addictive in a good way
• Cons : Can stutter sometimes

Mekorama is an adorable 3D puzzle game just like Treasure Tracker and Monument Valley. In this game, you control a cute little robot and navigate it through different puzzle rooms, each with different mechanics. Due to the variety in obstacles, the game keeps being fresh.

Whenever you finish a level, you unlock five more. So you won’t ever feel stuck, and the progression will be pretty open-ended. With over 50 levels to unlock, the game is quite a delight for those who like a challenge but want a laid-back experience.

• Pros : Looks quite good considering its a mobile game
• Cons : Might not run properly on older phones

Chess light is a puzzle game based on, you guessed it, “Chess!”. The game puts you in over 180 different chess scenarios where you have to find a way to win. The game is free and comes with no ads, which is rare for games these days.

There are even six different difficulty options if you find the game is hard or too easy. You can even receive a hint if you feel like you are stuck. Fans of chess will definitely want to check this game out.

• Pros : Huge variety of puzzle combinations
• Cons : Have to know the basic rules of chess

Brain It On is an apt puzzle app to use when you want to challenge your brain. When I used the app, I could not help but scratch my head into how exactly can I play the simplest-looking game. The game works in a horizontal format and has a number of levels to reach.

You have to begin playing without doing much; open up the app, and select the first level (the first few levels are unlocked while others are locked), and start puzzling. Before you start, you have to make any shape of your choice on a plain canvas, beginning the main way of playing the game.

This means that the app needs you to do something on the canvas to execute a particular task. For instance, there will be a situation wherein you have to make something so that a glass kept on the canvas falls on the ground.

As the levels increase, the difficulty of the puzzle increases, which makes Brain It On one of the best Android puzzle games as well as on iOS. Furthermore, you can upgrade the app to get rid of ads.

• Pros : Simple UI
• Cons : Need to watch ads for hints

Monuments Valley is a puzzle video game wherein you are required to use your brain and help the character reach the destination. Anyone talking about puzzle games ought to mention Monument Valley. Hence,  it had to make an entry on my list of best puzzle games.

While in the game, you have to play to puzzle to start playing the actual. The game is interesting as it has a 3D setting, and it is pretty fun to play.

The only drawback of the game is that it is a paid app, which slightly gets disappointing. Nonetheless, if spending money on apps is not a problem for you, Monuments Valley 1 and 2 are must-have puzzle games.

• Pros : Intriguing concept
• Cons : Paid app

Empty is a puzzle game similar to Monuments Valley, at least in terms of its artistic design. It’s a very zen-like puzzle game with a laid-back approach. Meaning you can play the game and not feel frustrated but rather healed.

The gameplay is quite simple, where you have to clear the room by rotating it. The game aims to teach us the value of simplicity in life with each level. It is entirely free and comes without any ads, which is quite rare for a game nowadays.

• Pros : Relaxing music and style
• Cons : Simplistic gameplay

The Two Dots Puzzle game moves around the two dots present on the app. You have to connect the dots in a way they meet each other, and a connection between the two is formed. 

When you open up the app, the app will give a gist of how to play the game by letting you connect the two dots available on the screen. Once the process gets completed, you can start with the first level of the game, which will eventually take you up the hill of the more and more levels (with new ways of playing).

Keep in mind that you can connect the dots horizontally, vertically, or form a right-angle but can’t connect them diagonally. Additionally, you get limited moves, so you have to hurry up and use your brain before you make a move.

When you are at a particular level, you will be given some targets to make you cross the level. The initial levels are pretty straightforward, and you will feel like a pro until you reach more levels and realize it’s not as easy as it appeared.

• Pros : Engaging
• Cons : Can lag sometimes

Escape Room is one of the puzzle types wherein you have to look for objects smartly. The game has a storyline where a girl introduces you to the game’s concept, following which you can start playing.

With a medieval backdrop, the game also provides you with a limited number of hints so that you move ahead with ease in situations when you get stuck.

The game begins with the first level (and moves up more levels), wherein you have to find a given number of objects and use them in the scene itself. You will have to tap on the various things placed and find the hidden things or combine two things to repair an item — the possibilities of proceeding ahead are many.

While the Escape Room is intriguing, the difficulty level makes it one of the well-suited puzzles for adults. However, kids can also play it to sharpen their brains.

• Pros : Story format
• Cons : Adverts
• Availability : Android

Move The Block is one of the classic sliding puzzles (among free puzzles) where you are required to slide the objects (in this case, blocks) to win the puzzle. The puzzle game has a number of levels under Basic, Premium, and Old categories (eight to be precise), with each level coming with sub-levels.

When you start with the first level, you will be guided around the game and the options available for you to use and play with ease. The game is an interesting one, and as you move forward, you won’t even realize how addictive the game will get, and you will end up playing it more than the allotted time period.

Of course, as you move up the levels, the levels will get difficult, and you might need the help of the hints available at your disposal. This is where the game’s drawback appears; to get each clue, you have to watch an ad video that makes it annoying.

• Pros : Daily Rewards
• Cons : Mid-gameplay ads

If you haven’t played a jigsaw puzzle, have you ever played a puzzle at all? One of the classic puzzle games of all time, the game’s name is enough to be one of the best free online jigsaw puzzles.

The game follows the simple process of joining the puzzle pieces and forming a single picture. The app provides you with various options to choose from: be it pictures related to nature, animals, aerial, and many more, and you can pick the ones you like and arrange the jigsaw puzzle.

Before the pieces are spread around, you will be given a small glimpse of the whole picture to start playing. You can further view the image again and again to get a better idea.

The game makes sure it twists your brain and acts as an element of nostalgia when jigsaw puzzles are actual board games.

• Pros : Various Puzzle options
• Cons : Ads, ads, ads

Skillz is one of the mobile puzzle games that tease your brain and puts your brain to some good use.

The app lets you decide if you want to play as a single-player or play a multi-player game. Upon choosing, there will be a number of levels, and you will be taken to the first level. As a reminder, other levels will be locked until you pass the initial ones. Hence, skipping levels is not an option. In addition to this, there is an option to replay the game if you weren’t satisfied with your previous performance.

The levels include searching for a particular number or letter among the same numbers or letters, thus testing your brainpower and speed. The game proves pretty addictive as the urge to cross all the levels takes over once you start playing it. However, the presence of ads is a problem.

• Pros : Single/Multi-Player option
• Cons : Time-based gameplay

Among the various puzzle game apps, Smart is a game that includes several brain teasers and logic puzzles, giving us an opportunity to play free puzzles.

The game has various color-coded levels (Blue, Violet, Gold) and other levels (Left & Right, Block Game, and Pipeline), each level coming with loads of sub-levels for you to enjoy the puzzle maker.

Selecting the levels and then the sub-levels will let you into your puzzles with tutorials so that you can get the hang of the game before starting. There are various puzzle options, which will ensure you don’t get bored with the game. While the gameplay is as smooth as butter initially, the more levels you reach, the more difficult it gets.

Overall, Smart is a fun game to play and rates you in areas such as memory, imagination, problem-solving, flexibility, speed, and attention so that you eventually improve in the areas. Additionally, you earn points and diamonds each time you cross a level.

• Pros : Loads of game options
• Cons : Slightly confusing app

Sudoku is another puzzle that is a classic and one of the best mobile puzzle games. Bringing the daily newspaper puzzle game to your smartphones, Sudoku is all about arranging numbers both vertically and horizontally.

The number count is from 1 to 9 in a 9×9 grid (also a standard format). You have to ensure that each grid doesn’t have the same number to make the perfect Sudoku. The game allows you to get hints, undo a particular entry, erase it or pencil it off. 

Additionally, Sudoku gives you daily challenges for further brain stimulation, lets you change the game’s theme, and lets you remove ads by making purchases.

While the game appears difficult when you start playing it, it eventually gets fun to play and easier once you get the hang of it. Being one of the vintage free puzzle games, it reminded me of the days when I used to play Sudoku from a newspaper back in school.

• Pros : Great brain teaser
• Cons : Takes a while to launch

2048 is one of the types of puzzles we have heard of before. It is a sliding puzzle requiring us to slide the blocks and eventually arrange four blocks in the ‘2048’ manner. While there are many apps with the 2048 moniker, it is present on my list of best puzzle games due to the high ratings and downloads.

When you open up the app, you are asked to select the grids (4×4, 5×5, 6×6, 8×8, 3×5, 4×6, 5×8, 6×9) you want to play the game on. Once you select the grid of your choice, you can start playing the game. Remember, grid sizes mean that the difficulty is more with an increase in grid size.

2048 Original is one of the best puzzle apps, given that it activates the brain cells so badly, fulfilling the purpose of a puzzle game. If you want to tease your brain hard, you need 2048 on your smartphone.

• Cons : Frequent ads

Types Of Puzzles

For those who think that puzzles are all about finding the puzzle pieces and completing a jigsaw, you need to know that there are many kinds of puzzles available for us to play with. These include riddles, trivia puzzles, math puzzles, pattern guessing, logic puzzles, and many more. This list contains puzzles such as trivia, sliding, logic, paper-and-pencil puzzles, among its various types. Hence, read on for more:

F requently Asked Questions

Are puzzle games good for you.

Online puzzle games keep your mind sharp . Just as we need a physical workout to maintain our fitness, we need mind exercises (in the form of puzzles and more) for brain fitness. I hope my list of best free Android puzzle games (iOS too) acts as a helping tool to keep you busy in something productive other than just social media.

Do puzzle games help with problem solving?

It’s a well-known fact that video games improve problem-solving skills. One research even says that children’s creativity is enhanced by playing any kind of video game, including violent games. However, that’s not the case when the children use other forms of technology, such as a computer or cell phone.

Do let me know which games from our best puzzle games list you liked the most. If you have more suggestions to make, I will take them and add the best ones to my list.

Until then, keep on puzzling your brain and make it fitter and better!

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Best Logic Games for iOS and Android to Test Your Brain

Logic means anything where you’ve to use your mental ability to calculate the situation and find a solution to it. While games like 2048 , Sudoku, and other crosswords are go-to games when it comes to logic. But, there are more puzzle games rather than logic games. With that said here are the best logic games on iOS & Android, to brush up your mind.

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Best Logic Games

1. brain training.

As the name suggests, Brain Training will put your mental ability to test. It targets skills like logic, memory. There are multiple games within the app such as the Hexa puzzle, block puzzle, Sudoku, Line puzzle, etc. I mostly play Lazer, which involves moving elements to make the laser hit the final block. The app has banner ads at the bottom with no option to remove them. All you can do is simply shut the internet while playing and you’ll have a cleaner playthrough.

It’s a great past-time app where you need a bit of logical skill, and hence great for players of any age.

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2. Logic Master

Logic Master is a game that can also be played by kids as the puzzles are rather easy to crack. It has over 200 problems that help in improving memory and concentration. A player needs logical thinking as well as a creative mindset to solve and unlock levels to proceed in the game. You get instructions for every level as all of them are different. The UI is filled with colorful and hand-drawn graphics in addition to music and sound effects which are great for kids.

There is absolutely no ads in the game. So have a blast playing it.

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3. Brain it On!

As easy as this game might seem, it put my mental confidence to test. The game comprises of multiple stages that have different tasks. For instance, drawing a shape to put a ball in a cup or keeping the ball in the air for a few seconds. The game becomes even harder as you just have a limited number of steps to hit the perfect score. There are 240 puzzles in total which unlock as you move ahead. The game comes with ads, however, you can remove it by purchasing the Premium version for $1. This also unlocks all levels and hints.

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4. River Crossing

I remember this one back when Flash games were rad. The overall concept doesn’t change, as you have to move characters from one section of the river to the other with some rules and restrictions. The aim is to keep the number of moves as low as possible which opens advanced levels. There are no ads in the game, however, you need to watch a sponsored video to get hints. River Crossing is only available for Android but you can try a similar game for iOS .

River Crossing problems date back to 9th century in Latin manuscript Propositiones ad Acuendos Juvenes “Problems to Sharpen the Young”.

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5.  Tricky Test 2

It took me quite some time to solve the first stage, so you can take a guess of how interesting it would be. There 111 puzzles in total, to test your logic, memory, and mental abilities. You must also know if you’re able to solve all of these within 120 minutes, which is almost impossible you’ll be crowned as a genius.  The game is free and you can see clues for each level. However, to see the solution you need coins that can be bought from the store.

For anyone who loves to think out of the box rather than conventional solutions.

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6. Tiny Room Stories

If you’re a fan of Sherlock Holme’s deduction and logical thinking skills, you’ll love this. Tiny Room is a game where you are a private detective and you’re on a mission to help your missing father. It has amazing graphics out of all the apps on this list. You need to find clues and solve them to move ahead in the investigation.  The initial stages of the game are comparatively easy but as you move ahead you’ll see major plot twists. The app is free however you’ll find ads after each successful level. You have the option to remove the ads and gain free hints with a pass that costs $1.

All the levels are in 3D and you can interact by zooming and rotating the gameplay screen.

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7. That Level Again

It’s a simple logic game and you might find a bit resemblance with the original Dave. In this game, you have to toggle, jump on platforms, and find your way through a door, by escaping pointed spikes that kill you on contact. However, unlike Dave, all the levels are the same, but the way you solve them is different. Hence, you get 80 unique ways for the same passage making it very unusual gameplay. If you want to remove ads and get free hints, you can buy the game for $1.5.

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8. Can You Escape

This one is a classic puzzle and logic game if you have an eye for details. There is just one job for a user – To find the key to escape the room. These clues vary from mini-puzzles to finding hidden objects that lead you to clues, which lead you to the next room after you solve them. There are 12 rooms in total in the app. The game has annoying banner ads if you can ignore them, great. However, there is no option to subscribe to remove the ads.

You can find an array of these sort of games like Can You Escape Titanic, Can You Escape an Island, etc.

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9. REBUS – Absurd Logic Game

Rebus follows a very minimal and illustrative style in the form of brain teasers. The concept of the game is simple, you have to connect an illustration with one or more alphabets and form a word. Besides normal guesswork, you also have to think about every possible outcome that it can have and probably keep guessing until you get the right answer. You receive coins for every right answer which you can use to see hints. there’s also an option to buy these coins from the setting tab.

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10. Ordinary

Ordinary is a blend of Sudoku and Picross. The game just has two rules, cover each number with the same line length and covering all dots with a line. I’m sure that sounds confusing, therefore you can refer to the tutorial section in the game for more clarity. This is a free and open-source puzzle game. Hence there are no annoying ads or in-app purchases.

As the game has only one solution, no trial & error but pure logic would only work.

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11. Hello Human

You might fight it amusing but this one has made game’s instructions a part of the challenge. You work through puzzles with an AI guiding you with fun responses through the tasks. This chatty AI throws easy puzzles at first but slowly you get a grip of harder tasks as you move ahead in the game. Some of these puzzle use, phone’s hardware or involve flipping the screen in weird ways. The game has 40 levels and you can jump to any level after you complete the game. You can buy the app for $4.

Monochromatic UI where you solve puzzles with an AI.

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12. Through the Darkest of Times

It’s a strategy game where you are a part of a resistance group who’re trying to save as many lives from Nazi atrocities.  The is divided into 4 chapters. As a leader, you’ve to make strategies to gather information, recruit followers, and make people aware of Nazi intentions. The real struggle is to do all of this while staying undercover and not getting caught by patrolling soldiers at any cost.  The app is more than 700MB and costs $6.99.

Narrative style gameplay where you have to strategize without getting caught.

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Closing Remarks

Now, don’t sit back and relax and put your mind to work. If you get bored of these anytime, you can get back to some mind-relaxing games , so you can redo a failed attempt with more focus. I hope you solve these logic games, enjoy!

Also Read: 20+ Paid Games and Apps Currently Free on The Apple App Store

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10 Mobile Games That Will Sharpen Your Mind In Your Downtime

Mobile gaming apps have come a long way in the last few years, and that’s probably a bit of an understatement. The rise of Apple Arcade has meant that folks are actively choosing to pay for and play quality mobile games. It’s a far cry from the days of “this is a game I have to play while on the toilet.” Though I’m sure those still exist. What we love most about the developing platform is that there are dozens of game genres available for our phones: shooters, RPGs, puzzle games, etc. But, if we’re talking about simple, brainless entertainment and time-passers, brain training games and puzzle apps have emerged as one of the most wildly popular mobile game genres on the planet.

We love brain training games because they aren’t just fun, they condition our brains to be better and sharper. Memory retention, abstraction, divided attention, word memory — a good brain game has it all. And if you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon yet, we think it’s about time you did. Here are 10 of the best mobile brain games, puzzle apps, and concentration games out there.

Can Games Make You Smarter?

Playing games can make you smarter in a number of ways. For example, strategy games like chess can improve problem-solving skills and critical thinking, while memory and attention-based games can improve memory and attention. Learning games, such as those that teach coding or math, can help to improve specific skills and knowledge.

And you don’t have to sit down in front of a board with a group of people to get the benefits. Mobile games can be just as good for brain health if they’re designed to challenge cognitive skills. Of course, not all mobile games are created equal in terms of their cognitive benefits (no, that first person shooter isn’t going to help with memory loss).

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GEIST combines the best parts of a brain game with a proper meditation app, keeping your mind calm, sharp, and focused. Play through memory and concentration games to improve your brain connectivity. Or, you can use GEIST as a way to relieve stress with simple meditation and mindfulness exercises. As with most of the apps on this list, GEIST will keep track of your performance and offer updates on your progress. The base app is free but opting for GEIST premium offers personalized workouts with brain training games tailored to your personality. iOS

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10 Best iPhone Puzzle Games to Enhance Your Thinking Capability 

A brain that isn’t utilized much is bound to become dull over time. Just like your body, your mind needs stimulation too.

People work out in the gym to keep themselves fit. Similarly, the brain needs to exercise to maintain its shape. However, this type of working out doesn’t require dumbbells or treadmills. Instead, you need something that activates your brain’s cognitive processes. 

Luckily, there are many puzzle games available out there. Playing these games is a surefire way of boosting your brain power. Think about it for a minute; isn’t it a win-win situation? Why do we play games, to begin with? Isn’t it to pass our time and have some fun?

By playing puzzle games on your smartphone, you are killing time on one hand and training your brain on the other. Below, we will present the best iPhone puzzle games to enhance your thinking capability. 

A study shows that playing puzzle games can sharpen human brains and improve efficiency. Besides offering a solution to our boredom, they help our minds stay fit. While there are many iOS puzzle games, each claiming they help boost your thinking ability, not every game is effective.

That’s why we installed and played many of these games to test them ourselves. After careful assessment, we have compiled the best ones that exceeded our expectations. We hope they will elevate your brain’s capacity to an unprecedented level. 

How Do Puzzle Games Sharpen Your Mind?

As we mentioned earlier, just like your body, your mind needs to exercise to maintain fitness. Puzzle games are an effective method of testing a person’s knowledge level. 

Solving these puzzles demands a person’s thorough focus and evaluation of the problem as they challenge a person mentally and stimulate the brain, improving brain functions.

Besides improving visual and spatial reasoning, they boost your short-term memory by connecting existing brain cells and forming new ones. 

Also, puzzle games give your mind a workout by exercising both the left and right sides of your brain. In case you were unaware, the left hemisphere of your brain controls logical and analytical thinking.

On the other hand, the right side controls your creativity. When trying to solve a puzzle game, you are engaging both sides at once. Hence, it leads to a good mental workout and, in turn, sharpens your brain. 

How Do Puzzle Games Benefit Your Brain’s Thinking Ability?

Puzzle games serve as brain capacity enhancers for people of all ages. There are many remarkable advantages of playing these games that you would not want to miss. Here are some of those benefits:

#1. Improves Memory

Playing puzzle games helps strengthen the connection between our existing brain cells. Plus, they help form new ones too. Naturally, this boosts mental speed and improves our thinking capacity.

When you are solving a puzzle, you keep in mind certain things like shapes, sizes, etc., and visualize the bigger picture. As these games form new brain connections, they can enhance your short-term memory and alleviate brain damage in patients with Alzheimer’s disease . 

#2. Boosts Problem-Solving Ability 

The ability to think critically and solve problems creatively are among the most sought-after skills in the professional world. Puzzle games are an excellent way of developing these skills.

Solving a puzzle requires lots of trial and error. Therefore, you take several different approaches until a specific one works. 

Additionally, you also learn to make your hypotheses and alter your viewpoint when you face failure. Once you develop these skills, they will influence your professional life too. And consequentially, you will learn to think out of the box and gain more adaptability.

#3. Boosts IQ 

Puzzles contribute to our memory improvements and enhance our reasoning ability. Therefore, they also help boost our Intelligence Quotient .

According to a researcher from the University of Michigan , if an adult plays puzzle games for 25 minutes daily, their IQ goes up by 4 points. g

#4. Enhances Visual-Spatial Reasoning Skills

When trying to solve a puzzle, your mind stays busy looking at different pieces and figuring out where to fit them. Doing this frequently contributes to the enhancement of your visual-spatial reasoning skills. Instead of having a narrow vision, these puzzles aid you in seeing the bigger picture. 

Having better visual-spatial reasoning is useful while performing your day-to-day tasks too. These include parking your car, understanding the routes shown on a map, and so on. 

Also, some professions, like engineers, surgeons, artists, etc., demand that you have great visual and spatial abilities. If you are in such a field, you will benefit from such mental calisthenics.          

#5. Contributes to a Positive Mood  

Our brains start producing more dopamine when we play puzzle games. For those who don’t know, dopamine is a chemical messenger between neurons responsible for giving you a feeling of reward and optimism.

Each time you succeed in solving a puzzle or even make a little progress, it triggers dopamine release. It improves your mood and motivates you to challenge yourself and push yourself harder. 

#6. Increases Productivity

We concentrate better, and our works are more fruitful when we are happy. The absence of stress naturally makes us more productive.

If you ever feel that you are struggling to concentrate properly and cannot give it your best, try taking a short break and playing your favorite puzzle game. It would act as a reset button for your brain and help you start afresh. 

It seems that many companies in the world have understood this fact. This is evident in the fact that they have introduced puzzles in their breakrooms. Such puzzles refresh the employees’ minds, making them more productive when they return from the break. 

Now that you know how puzzle games sharpen your cognitive abilities and what their benefits are, let us list out some of the finest iOS puzzle games to try: 

Cut the Rope

Cut the Rope is a free physics-based puzzle game that is so much fun to play. The game’s main character, a little monster named Om Nom, only wants to eat candies. Here, players must smartly cut the ropes causing the candies to sway, and collect all the stars before feeding Om Nom.

Cut the Rope involves collecting gold stars, discovering hidden rewards, and playing through 425 levels. Remember that players must collect a certain number of stars to complete each level.

So you have to think and carefully plan how to cut the ropes. The game has acquired a good reputation and received accolades like Apple Design Award, BAFTA Award, Best App Ever Award, etc. 

As you keep progressing, the game will make it harder for players to succeed by introducing new challenges. These include bubbles that can take the candies away, spiders capable of stealing the candies, etc. Such elements force the players to go the extra mile to feed Om Nom, increasing their brain stimulation. 

While all the levels of Cut the Rope are free to play, you can take its premium membership for additional features like no ads, a free daily bonus, a free starter pack with power-ups, etc.

Multiple subscription options are available starting at $4.99/week/month. Subscriptions will keep auto-renewing unless you manually stop it a day before the end of the current cycle. 

Fun Escape Room: Logic Puzzles 

Packed with over 500 levels of varying challenges, Fun Escape Room is a good way to test your brain capacity. In this game, players find themselves in different rooms they need to escape to enter the next room. 

Each room has a unique task to offer. To escape, players need to solve challenging riddles and brain teasers. This game demand that you rely on your logical thinking and be observant. 

The clues are right there but so well hidden that the inattentive ones will have difficulty finding them. While the game offers hints if you are struggling to proceed, it takes away the fun. That’s why it’s best to depend on your abilities to crack the code. 

The game is free but comes with in-app purchases. These unlock various packs that make the gameplay more exciting.

Truly an out-of-the-box iOS game, Blackbox takes a new approach by requiring players to solve puzzles without touching their smartphone screen.

To win different levels of his single-player puzzle, players have to turn on the lights of the tiny, colorful boxes on their screen by tilting, screaming, shaking, etc. 

While it may sound easy, it is challenging to do all these in the actual game. Blackbox is hard, and we mean it. But it pushes you to think more critically and put your wit to the test.

Also, the sonic interfaces of Blackbox enable even the visually impaired to enjoy this game. Interestingly, Blackbox is going through constant updates and frequently adding brand-new challenges. 

Currently, Blackbox is free to play. But there are in-app purchases like Tiny Hint Pack, Erudite Pack, Basic Pack, All Knowing Pack, etc.

Where’s My Water? 2 

A sequel to one of the most interesting and addictive physics-based puzzle games from Disney, Where’s My Water? 2 increases the fun manifold.

This sequel brings three new locations – the Sewer, the Soap Factory, and the Beach. There are over 100 levels to play through, with the gator universe undergoing a look update. 

The game follows the adventures of three gators, Swampy, Allie, and Cranky, as they try to take a bath. Players must cut through dirt, open switches, and dodge various hurdles to ensure the water reaches the sewers.

Each level also has three ducks that players have to collect. Besides that, bonus levels will sometimes unlock after finishing a level. 

These levels will have their unique rules that players must follow to win. Needless to say, the game stresses the use of cognitive flexibility and planning, making it a piece of good mental workout equipment.

The newest addition to the ‘Where’s My Water?’ franchise also allows players to replay their favorite levels by introducing ‘Challenge Modes.’  While it’s a free game, there are in-app purchases for additional benefits. 

Build a Bridge! 

If you have always wanted to be an engineer, now is your chance. Build a Bridge! assigns you this role as you build bridges for cars, trucks, monster trucks, etc.

This physics-based puzzle game has 86 different levels with detailed, interactive settings. Choose the best materials (metal, wood, etc.) to build your bridge, and then test it out by letting a car pass through. 

Interestingly, the game starts in 2D during the planning and construction phases, while the testing phase is in 3D. It leaves a lot of room for experimentation too. So, never hesitate to think of something off-the-wall.

The game is free to download but ad-supported. If you don’t want ads, you can opt for in-app purchases that, besides eliminating ads, unlock many other cool features.    

Brain Test: Tricky Puzzles 

Are mind-bending brain teasers your thing? If yes, try Brain Test: Tricky Puzzles . This tricky puzzle pushes your brain to its limits and boosts your IQ .

Take these trivia quizzes and solve problems. Moreover, you can play it offline. So, it’s a great way to kill time and exercise your brain, even in places without internet connectivity. 

Although it’s a free game, you can subscribe to its VIP Package, which will auto-renew every week after a 3-day free trial. Buying this package unlocks several cool features like no ads, instant 100 lamps, etc.

Good Sudoku by Zach Gage 

Sudoku lovers, assemble! Good Sudoku is Sudoku for the new generation. Whether you are a novice or a pro, you are bound to love it. With 70,000+ intricate puzzles and AI -powered hints, Good Sudoku makes Sudoku-playing a more fun experience. 

There are three game modes, five difficulty levels, and three daily puzzle modes that become tougher over the week. Using Custom Mode, you can also import your favorite puzzles from other places and share them with your buddies. 

Good Sudoku is free to play. But there is a paid option, too, unlocking color schemes, stats, and several other cool features.

While at first, this little puzzle may seem nothing special, Threes! will grow on you. Threes! requires players to swipe and combine a blue-colored (1) and a red-colored (2) tile to make a ‘3.’ Two ‘3’ tiles create a ‘6.’ 

This goes on until there are no remaining moves on the grid, after which the game counts your tiles for a final score. Every tile in the game shows a distinctive character and design that becomes increasingly intricate as the player progresses. 

Threes! is available on the App Store at $5.99. Remember that this is a one-time purchase. So, you won’t have to pay anything more in the future.

Brain It On!

Brain It On! is a brain-busting, physics-based puzzle game that offers dozens of challenging puzzles. Players have to draw shapes to solve the puzzles.

What is fun about Brain It On! is that it has more than one way of solving each puzzle. Thus, it’s up to you to utilize all your brain power and find the best possible solution. 

The game lets you share your unique solution with your buddies and compare it with theirs. Also, you can challenge your buddies to become the Brain It On! champion.

At present, players can play this game for free by earning stars in a level and unlocking the next one. However, a paid option comes with amazing features, such as no ads, all hints unlocked, early access to levels, a level editor, etc.

Project VOID – Mystery Puzzles 

If you love mysteries, you will adore Project VOID – Mystery Puzzles , an Alternate reality game (ARG) blending fiction and reality. The game’s puzzles, riddles, cryptograms, and everything else oozes mystery. 

Players must use every accessible resource to its fullest and think critically to solve 30 unique puzzles across five missions. These missions range from murder mysteries to fringe science. Project VOID demands that you give utmost attention to detail and analyze every clue. 

You can download this game from the App Store for free. But you can make in-app purchases to support the developer and remove ads.

Author’s Note

As you can see, puzzle games can effectively sweep the dust off your brain and boost its power. This article lists the iPhone puzzle games to enhance your thinking capability.

While all of the games mentioned above test your brain and improve your thinking capacity, you should go for games like Cut the Rope, Build a Bridge, and Where’s My Water? 2 if you want to experience a fun-filled yet challenging experience.

Games like Fun Escape Rooms and Brain it On are also great but on the slightly easier side. However, Project Void is our choice if you want a challenging and brain-teasing experience that forces you to think out of the box.

So, what’s stopping you now? Download them today and give your mind the right workout it deserves. Happy gaming!  

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15 best puzzle games for Android

Published on February 5, 2024

Puzzle games used to be a simple genre with a simple idea. You solve puzzles for time-killing enjoyment. However, the genre ballooned in a big way on mobile. It’s one of the most popular genres on the entire platform. It started with simple viral games like 2048 and evolved into genuinely enjoyable experiences like Monument Valley.

These days, you can find some seriously good puzzle games on Android in terms of both graphics and gameplay. Gone are the days of super simple mechanics and graphics with goofy ideas, with intense and complex apps with creative stories and good graphics. This list changes fast as new puzzle champions emerge. Here are the best puzzle games for Android.

We’d like to give an honorable mention to Bridge Constructor Portal ( Google Play ). It hasn’t been updated since 2021, but it’s still one of the best puzzle games.

The best puzzle games for Android

Baba is you, the eyes of ara, linia super, machinarium, monument valley 1 and 2, one hand clapping, papers, please, the past within.

• The Room: Old Sins

Slayaway Camp: Free 2 Slay

Price: $6.99

Baba Is You is one of the more interesting puzzle games on Android. The graphics aren’t all that special, but its low-fi style helps the developers do all sorts of wonky things. The game lets you change the rules of the game itself by moving around programming blocks. You use these programming blocks to change the rules in such a way that you solve the puzzle. Each change has interactions with the other changes to create all kinds of unexpected reactions.

It’s truly one of the most unique puzzle games, right up there with ones like Monument Valley. This should be more popular than it is.

Price: $4.99

The Eyes of Ara is one of the newer puzzle games on the list. It reminds us a lot of classic puzzle-adventure games like Myst. Players explore a world looking for clues, unlocking secrets, and gathering the story from snippets found in the game world. It plays in a 3D world with exploration and surprisingly decent graphics. The developers round out the experience with achievements, support for about a dozen languages, and a minimal game UI that puts the game world first and foremost. There isn’t a whole lot wrong with this one, but the controls are occasionally wonky.

Price: $5.99

Hitman GO is a puzzle game where you plan assassinations. It’s a turn-based game. You select your move and the NPCs take theirs. You use their movements against them as you infiltrate the area and take out your targets. The goal is to take them out without arousing any suspicion. The diorama-style graphics work well here, and there are multiple ways to solve many of the puzzles. You also get things like disguises to get past guards. We like this one because it’s a premium game, it feels good to play, and the difficulty scaling is pretty good.

Price: $1.99

Linelight is a puzzle game where you navigate a level to its end while avoiding the other colored lights. The game boasts over 200 puzzles across six worlds. The graphics won’t win any awards, but we think the game still looks nice. The only control is movement so you move along the lines, avoid the other lights, and make your way through each level. There is a storyline to play through as well, although it is a little basic. Despite its Google Play description, you do need to time your movements well, and it’s not all that relaxing of an experience. It’s cheap, the puzzles are fun, and there are no in-app purchases to get in the way.

The same developer also made Lara Croft GO ( Google Play ), a similar diorama-style puzzler to Tomb Raider’s protagonist.

Price: Free

Linia Super is another minimal puzzle game, and this one is the second game in the Linia franchise. It boasts over 200 levels with varying levels of difficulty. The game itself is pretty simple. You use rhythm and timing to draw lines and hit the various shapes that the game tells you to hit. You can play any chapter at your leisure, so there’s non-linear progression. It’s another free-to-play game with plenty of levels and good puzzle mechanics.

Price: Free demo / $1.99

Machinarium is one of the classic mobile puzzle games. You play the role of Josef, a robot trying to save his girlfriend from a gang of bad robots. You traverse the game world, solve puzzles, and progress the story until you reach the end. We like this game. The graphics fit well with the atmosphere, and the puzzles are abstract enough to feel fun, although you may need to look at the hint book more often than you’d like. The game also features achievements and cloud saves. It’s not the longest game on the list, but it’s worth its price tag. The developer, Amanita Design, has some other good puzzle games on Android as well.

Price: $3.99 each

Monument Valley 1 and 2 are some of the most popular puzzle games on mobile. They use MC Escher-inspired puzzle mechanics. You twist and turn portions of the level to progress. The games aren’t difficult. They boast a more relaxing experience rather than a challenging one. The Monument Valley games do look fantastic, though. The art style is definitely to be applauded. The first game includes a handful of levels along with the Forgotten Shores DLC ($1.99 extra). The second game is a bit longer but not by much. These are classics.

Price: $9.99

One Hand Clapping is one of the more unique puzzle games on this list. It’s a puzzle platformer where you jump around and progress the game as usual. However, the main mechanic when solving puzzles is your voice. You sing into the game to do things like build bridges, raise platforms, and do other things. We’re suckers for unique game mechanics like this. The game also features controller support for the platformer portion of the game. It’s cutesy, and it’s fun to play since you’re using your voice as well as your fingers to solve puzzles. We think the game is a tad expensive for what you get, and that’s probably our only real gripe with it.

Papers, Please is a simulation-puzzle game. You play the role of an immigration officer and your role is to check the passports of the incoming flow of people from Kolechia into Arstotzkan. You’ll need to check each passport for factual accuracy and deny those with fraudulent passports. You earn money for your family for each person you let through, but if you let the wrong person through, bad things happen and it’s your fault. The game is a little stressful at times but in a satisfying way. You’ll need to pay attention and memorize a few things to do well. This was out on PC a long time ago, but the Android version officially launched in 2022.

Price: $2.99

The Past Within is a cooperative multiplayer puzzle game. One person plays in the future and the other in the past. You use clues from each other’s eras to solve puzzles. Both players experience their side of the game uniquely, so there is some replay value if you want to play the past and also the future. It’s also cross-platform with PC, Mac, iOS, and eventually, the Nintendo Switch as well. The game is rather short at only about two or three hours. However, you do have to play the game twice to see everything, so four to six hours overall. It’s entertaining, and one of the few good cooperative puzzle games on Android.

Price: Free 

Quadline is our third minimal-style puzzle game on this list. Players move the environment around until the desired effect is achieved. For instance, one side of a box may have a thicker line. Your goal is to move that thicker line somewhere where it achieves some sort of symmetry. The earlier levels are pretty simple, but these puzzles get pretty complicated later. The game boasts over 175 levels, no timers, a dark mode, a colorblind mode, and more. There also isn’t any text so some controls you’ll need to figure out on your own.

The Room series

Price: $0.99 / $1.99 / $3.99 / $4.99

The Room franchise is one of the oldest and most successful puzzle game franchises on mobile. There are four games in the series at the time of this writing. The first two are classic puzzle games. You figure out puzzles to progress until you finish the game. The third game in the series introduced multiple endings and a slightly heavier narrative. Finally, the most recent game, New Sins, takes place in a dollhouse.

All four games have some similar elements, including outstanding graphics, escape room elements, and clever puzzle designs. They are also fairly short games. However, the inclusion of multiple endings gives the later titles some replay value. These are classics in the puzzle game space on mobile and are must-plays for puzzle fans. The games range from $0.99 to $4.99 each. They also don’t need to be played in sequential order, so you can pick which one you want.

Slayaway Camp: Free 2 Slay is a horror puzzle game. You play the role of SkullFace, a slasher movie villain, who is intent on slaughtering everyone in his path. That’s basically what you do. You progress through levels by slaying everybody. The simple, blocky graphics take a lot of the intensity out of the violence, but even so, this isn’t a game we recommend for kids. There are also some extras like a mini-game, multiple killers to unlock, and more. 

Price: Free / $2.49

Vodobanka is one of the more unique puzzle games on Android. The player takes control of a SWAT team. The goal is to breach a structure and get the hostile people before they execute the hostages. It has a bunch of levels, including some added as recently as 2021. It doesn’t have the best graphics, but the concept is pretty neat as players clear rooms on their way to the objective. The premium version is also inexpensive with most of the content being available in the free version.

Price: $0.99

Zenge is a relaxing puzzle game with simple graphics, but good mechanics. Your goal is to complete each puzzle, most of which are geometric. The completed puzzles tell a story that you progress the game to see. The developers wanted this to be a relaxing experience. Thus, players experience no stars, tutorials, energy counters, or anything like that. You just pop in, play the game, and stop when you’re done. It’s certainly not the longest game, but it’s still pretty good.

If we missed any of the best puzzle games for Android, tell us about them in the comments. You can also check out our most recent app and game lists by clicking here .

Best Apps for Problem Solving: Top Picks for Effective Solutions

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, problem-solving skills are becoming increasingly crucial for personal and professional success. It is important to recognize that problem-solving involves more than just finding answers to a problem; it’s about understanding the problem, identifying potential solutions, and making informed decisions. In this regard, problem-solving apps have the potential to drastically improve one’s abilities in a variety of areas, as well as provide educational benefits.

These apps come in many forms, addressing everything from math and science problems to enhancing attention and concentration. They offer accessibility and support for users seeking to bolster their problem-solving capabilities. In addition to educational applications, many of these apps are also tailored to address challenges in industries like business and mental health or even to provide career guidance.

Key Takeaways

Recognizing problem-solving apps.

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By incorporating these problem-solving apps into daily routines, users can enhance their mental abilities and find solutions to everyday challenges more effectively. Focusing on the right technology and investing time in useful software will undoubtedly improve one’s overall problem-solving skills.

Educational Benefits of Problem-Solving Apps

Boosting learning skills.

Problem-solving apps provide a variety of educational benefits to users, aiding in the development of crucial learning skills. These apps target different aspects of learning, such as memory, reading, writing, and listening, by presenting engaging challenges and activities. As users navigate through these tasks, they gain valuable insights and ideas that contribute to their overall understanding of an array of subjects.

Enhancing Critical Thinking

Problem-solving apps also play a vital role in enhancing critical thinking abilities. By offering various challenges and exercises, these apps motivate users to employ creative thinking, logical reasoning, and decision-making skills. Through continuous practice and application, the users develop a deeper understanding of concepts and improve their ability to analyze and evaluate scenarios.

Applications in Math and Science

In this digital age, there are numerous apps and websites available to help students develop problem-solving skills in math and science. These resources provide interactive, engaging, and adaptive platforms to enhance their educational experience.

Apps for Math Problems

Another engaging resource is Moose Math , a free app that focuses on math games. These games assist younger students in refining their math skills, such as counting, addition, and subtraction, through points earned for completing challenges.

Applications for Science Tasks

To assist students with their science homework, websites like Educators Technology can offer a selection of math problem solver apps. These apps not only tackle math problems but also provide additional reinforcement for understanding scientific concepts.

In conclusion, utilizing these various apps and online tools can significantly improve students’ problem-solving abilities in both math and science domains, paving the way for academic success.

Enhancing Attention and Concentration

One popular app that aims to maximize attention span is Lumosity . Developed by a team of game designers and scientists, Lumosity offers a range of interactive games and training exercises. These games are specifically tailored to improve memory, processing speed, attention span, and overall cognitive ability. By engaging in these activities regularly, users can strengthen their focus and address their weaknesses.

Support and Help within Apps

When it comes to problem-solving apps, efficient support and help features are crucial for users to navigate through the platform and find the solutions they need. A good app will provide diverse support mechanisms, whether it’s tutorials for first-time users, FAQs to answer common questions, or customer service to address specific concerns.

When it comes to navigating through an app, a well-designed interface and smooth user experience will keep users engaged and motivated to solve problems. This includes logical menu structures, consistent design elements, and clear labeling for different sections or features. Visual aids, such as color-coding or iconography, can further help users find their way around the app, streamlining the overall problem-solving process.

Problem-Solving Apps for Business

Applications for business challenges.

Lumosity is a prime example of a problem-solving app designed to improve mental skills. By enhancing memory, flexibility, and information processing speed, this web app can indirectly contribute to the development of employees’ problem-solving capabilities.

Mobile applications are becoming increasingly useful in improving customer services by providing quicker query resolution and 24/7 support. AI-based chatbots, often embedded in mobile apps, can help businesses respond to customer queries and questions more efficiently, resulting in better customer satisfaction.

Furthermore, numerous apps on the market solve everyday problems faced by both businesses and individuals. For example, Google Play offers 2.56 million mobile apps, while the App Store provides access to 1.85 million apps. Among these vast selections, businesses can surely find applications that cater to their specific requirements, from project management to financial planning.

Mental Health Support through Apps

Apps for anxiety.

Anxiety can manifest in different ways, but common symptoms include constant worrying, restlessness, and even physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat or shortness of breath. The following apps aim to provide support and techniques for managing anxiety:

Apps for Depression

Popular puzzle and brain games, memory-boosting puzzle games, the new york times crossword, career guidance through problem-solving apps.

In today’s competitive job market, individuals seeking career success must continually hone their problem-solving skills. By utilizing problem-solving apps, they can sharpen their cognitive abilities, find solutions to challenges, and stay on the right path to achievement. In this section, we will discuss some of the best apps that are designed to help improve problem-solving skills.

The third app, Elevate , is an award-winning brain training program offering a wide array of exercises and games. These activities are aimed at improving cognitive abilities critical for effective problem-solving. With a progress tracking feature, users can monitor their improvement over time and see how they are progressing in their problem-solving skills.

By using these problem-solving apps and adopting a methodical approach to tackling career challenges, individuals can pave the way for continuous growth and achievement. It is vital to remember that enhancing one’s problem-solving skills is a journey, requiring dedication and persistent effort.

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9 Best Physics-Based Puzzle Games For Android

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Gaming enables you to live through the lens of an athlete, actor, or notable person in history. Likewise, they facilitate learning crucial topics such as math, physics, and history. And thanks to Android ’s advancement, you can do this on the go. As the name suggests, physics-based games allow you to learn and experiment with different physics laws.

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The games are lightweight and straightforward but also challenging. From constructing bridges to filling glasses of water, they show physics applications in everyday life. And there are lots of games to choose from, but few are challenging and entertaining at the same time.

9 Cut the Rope 2

Cut the Rope 2 continues to take you through the life of Om Nom, a candy-loving creature. This time, you will visit over 160 levels, each taking you through junkyards, forests, and cities. And what’s the price? Candy! You will solve puzzles and tackle difficult obstacles at every level.

Om Nom has many friends to help you out of difficult situations. So you don’t have to spend hours cracking puzzles. But rather, you can summon your friends for help. You’ll have to predict which way a candy will move. Otherwise, you stand to lose it.

8 Brain It On!

This physics-based puzzle game continues to be a favorite for many Android gamers , thanks to the many challenging quizzes. For a start, you get a well-detailed and catchy introduction. The first few quizzes are, of course, simple. But they get more challenging as you progress.

The physics laws you’ll take from the game are worth the salt. In general, the game requires you to draw objects like a lever, keeping in mind these laws. One wrong move, and you are back to the start.

7 Poly Bridge 2

Poly Bridge 2 is an ideal game for engineering enthusiasts. You get to play and experiment with engines and mechanical and physics laws. A lot of creativity and logic goes into play here. Your bridges need to withstand everyday tear and wear, huge loads, and constant opening and closing.

Fortunately, you have unlimited trials to perfect your construction skills. In short, the game teaches you how real-life bridges are constructed. And you are not building for cars only but also for ships.

6 Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead

Unlike Poly Bridge 2, Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead requires you to construct bridges that blow up hostile people and undead walkers. On one side, you are building bridges as traps; on the other, you are building safe passages for survivors.

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It is your duty to lure the undesirables to the traps. Otherwise, they will infiltrate your community. You’ll need to up your problem-solving skills in this one since the walkers are not that dump. And the levels are not forgiving either.

5 Angry Birds Journey

Whether a game or a movie, Angry Birds never ceases to amaze us. And this physics game is no different. The game revolves around the hot-tempered birds and naughty piggies’ lives. Your task is to help the birds topple towers and rescue their hatchlings.

While following simple mechanics, it requires a great deal of precision and timing. The piggies are cunning, making it difficult to recover the Egg Wonders. They don’t give up without a fight. From hidden storage areas to comical traps, the game will keep you on your toes.

4 Leo’s Fortune

This is another physics-based game that will take you through adventures as you trace a thief who stole your gold. The furball with a mustache lets you learn the most crucial life lessons through his life. As he chases the thief, you are introduced to his rather unfortunate life through cut-scenes.

The voiceover makes the game more captivating as you internalize Leopold’s decisions in life. You can move Leo forward or backward. Puffing makes him jump, while squeezing allows him to pass through small gaps.

3 Bad Piggies

Another classic from Rovio, Bad Piggies is based on the Angry Birds movie. In this game, you play as the green pigs you fought against in Angry Birds Journey. While both have similar graphics, the gameplay is quite different, and so are the puzzles. The game starts by losing a map that could help you escape the lost island.

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It is your task, with other piggies, to find the fragments and save your families from imminent calamity. To help you are 30 constructor items, which you can use to construct a vehicle. It will allow you to drive to the finish line as you collect bonuses along the way.

2 Where’s My Water? 2

Where’s My Water? 2 is a challenging yet fun puzzle game. It revolves around an alligator called Swampy. Swampy has a neighbor called Cranky, who redirects the water flowing to Swampy’s home whenever he wants to take a bath. You must redirect the water or create new channels until it reaches Swampy’s bathtub.

You must also ensure the water volume is adequate for it to flow through. Otherwise, Swampy will get dirty and angry. Furthermore, you have to collect rubber duckies scattered across the map. This makes the game busy, challenging, and interesting as you progress through the levels.

1 Happy Glass

Making the sad, empty glass happy is your duty in this game. You’ll do this by filling it with a liquid through a line until it smiles again. You can draw any line or shape you want, but you have to observe the 100 percent limit. Although coming in a minimalist design, the game is undeniably challenging.

You’ll realize it is challenging once you start using hints. They allow you to progress in exchange for reward videos or coins. And you can earn more coins through the Spin system.

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Your ability to solve problems is a valuable skill you cannot do without if you want to succeed in your career, business, and life. While most people learn to solve problems primarily through exposure to challenging situations and having to find solutions almost immediately, others don't.

As such, not everyone is skilled at effective problem-solving. However, there is an easy way to improve your problem-solving skills using technology. Today, there are several fun ways to do so, including playing brain games on your mobile. Here are six game apps you can use to develop problem-solving skills while having fun.

1. Lumosity

Lumosity is a web app that helps you improve your mental skills. It is programmed with activities that help people improve their memory, flexibility, rate of processing information, and concentration levels. Thus, Lumosity is a great tool to help you develop problem-solving capabilities.

Lumosity was launched in 2007 and had over 70 million users as of January 2015. The app is available in English, French, Spanish, and German.

Download : Lumosity for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

Happify is a company that works to enhance personal, organizational, and healthcare effectiveness by improving the emotional health of its users.

The Happify app incorporates scientific experiments into gaming activities designed to improve resilience and mindfulness and tackle health conditions like mood disorders, depression, anxiety, severe pain, and insomnia. Thus, it is a great healthcare software platform for improving your mental and physical conditions.

Download : Happify for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

Launched by Elevate Labs in 2014, Elevate is a brain game app that focuses on improving its users' reading, writing, speaking, listening, and math skills. It is also one of the best android apps to help you solve math problems .

Seeing you already possess the skills mentioned above, you may wonder, is the Elevate brain training app worth your time ? The truth is, there is always room for improvement, hence, the need for you to keep developing these skills. And, as you pass each assessment in the training sessions, the difficulty level increases. This way, you can test whether your abilities are basic or strong.

Download : Elevate for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

4. Neuronation

Neuronation is a cognitive training site and app that was made public in 2011. Since then, over 10 million people have used the app. The Neuronation app focuses on improving users' cognitive abilities, such as thinking, learning, understanding, and remembering, through its specialized training activities in the program.

Although native to Germany, the app is available in over eight languages, including English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Turkish, and German. Additionally, the app enjoys widespread use, especially among German healthcare practitioners.

Download: Neuronation for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

The Peak brain training app is designed to correct cognitive disorders with the help of short, interactive games. To get started on the Peak brain game app, you will be required to set goals on areas you want to improve, like mental processing, emotional strength, linguistic skills, recollection, concentration levels, and problem-solving.

Once you complete this stage, a virtual coach will be assigned to guide you through the program, and you will be given an assessment. Immediately after you finish each assessment, you will receive feedback based on your result.

You can start using the app for free with the basic version, but it has a limited number of daily exercises that are randomly selected. On the other hand, with the paid version, Peak Pro, you enjoy unlimited access to over 40+ exercises, alongside detailed feedback and personalized training sessions.

Download : Peak for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

6. New York Times Crossword

The New York Times Crossword is a daily puzzle published by the renowned New York Times magazine on their website and mobile apps. The New York Times Crossword puzzle dates back to 1942. The first puzzle was published on Sunday, 15 February 1942.

Several freelance puzzle developers generate the puzzle. The puzzle gets tougher as each day goes by in a week, so the simplest puzzles are on Mondays, and the hardest are on Saturdays. Sunday's crossword puzzle is a 21×21 square matrix, whereas the daily crossword puzzle is a 15×15 square matrix. The crossword and other free puzzle games greatly improve critical thinking, learning, and reasoning abilities.

Download : New York Times Crossword for Android | iOS (Free, in-app purchases available)

Have Fun While Improving Your Problem-solving Skills

Developing cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and problem-solving skills are no longer challenging. Thanks to these brain game apps, you can develop and improve your mental and emotional abilities more easily, faster, and while having fun.

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I know I'm not the only one who feels just a tad less guilty about extra screen time for my kids when they're engaged with an app that is helping them learn. Having a folder of problem-solving game apps for kids lets them exercise their minds and stretch their imaginations instead of just zoning out like they do while watching endless unboxing videos. (Although, I admit, those videos are oddly fascinating.)

Educational apps for kids aren't necessarily hard to come by and your kids likely already have a few that they love. However, these games will help kids hone in on specific problem-solving skills in various forms to keep their minds sharp and give them the chance to learn new things. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends kids engage with apps that "require more than 'pushing and swiping,'" which these 15 problem-solving game apps certainly do.

Strategy and planning are key components to solving any problem, so it is no surprise that all of these games help to make these concepts come to life for kids in a way that is fun and engaging. STEM-forward games engage physics and engineering to help kids create and invent to solve mechanical and structural problems, while traditional puzzle games allow kids to use their strategical skills to put together digital riddles.

The problem-solving power of puzzles cannot be overstated, and apps like Tozzle bring practice of this skillset right to your toddler's digital-loving fingertips. Instead of tripping over a pile of puzzles in your child's floor and risking losing critical pieces, let them explore the 40+ puzzles available on Tozzle. Designed for kids from toddler through early elementary, Tozzle's puzzles range in complexity so there is truly something for every kid.

2 Cut The Rope

My own kids adore playing this game. The goal of the game Cut The Rope is to feed a cute little monster named Om Nom as much candy as you can. The trick though is that to feed him, you must strategically cut a rope that the candy is hanging from so that it drops in Om Nom's mouth, dodging obstacles along the way. It's actually harder than it looks and requires quite a bit of critical thinking. Best suited for kids ages 4 and up, I have played this one myself a time or two, and it is actually entertaining and engaging for adults as well.

3 Busy Water

What do you get when you combine the physics of water with puzzles? The problem-solving app Busy Water . Kids can use their critical thinking skills to use pipes, wheels, blocks, and paddles to help Archie the fish find his way out of the open water and back into his fish tank. Aimed at children ages 6 to 10, this app will help engage children's creativity, as well as stretch their cognitive ability and reasoning skills.

4 Laugh & Learn Shapes & Colors

Even babies and toddlers can learn through simplistic problem solving apps. Designed for babies ages 6 months and up, this app by Fisher Price features a baby and toddler-friendly design with bright colors and simple shapes to sort. Two levels of play allow babies and toddlers to learn through tapping or tilting the screen to move the shapes and hear their names.

5 Mystery Math Town

Older kids who could benefit from brushing up on their math skills can do exactly that while enjoying the problem-solving app Mystery Math Town . The app engages kids in a mission to help a friendly ghost rescue fireflies hidden within Mystery Math Town by using math skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to unlock passages and enter rooms. The app is customizable to fit your child's specific math needs, but recommended for kids aged 7 and up.

6 Savings Spree

As an adult, I can confidently say that money can sometimes causes big problems that must be solved. Let your kids learn how to mitigate money issues before they get their hands on the real thing with the Savings Spree app . Kids ages 7 and up can practice problem solving skills related to money by engaging in the game show-style format of this game, choosing when to spend, save, invest, or donate their virtual money.

7 Inventioneers

For kids who love to experiment and invent new things, the Inventioneers app allows them to do so in a digital way. Kids ages 4 and up can build with 50+ objects and tools that utilize physics and engineering to create inventions that solve problems for the three fun Inventioneers characters working within the app.

8 Where's My Water?

This Disney app allows your kids to practice their problem-solving skills while also bringing attention to the global issue of clean water access. In Where's My Water? players must cut through dirt and manipulate pipes to deliver clean water through a sewer system to Swampy the alligator. Additional scenarios to solve involve creating steam to power another alligator's musical instrument and clearing algae from a picky alligator's plate.

9 Winky Think Logic Puzzles

The logic puzzles included in the Winky Think app start out easy, but get increasingly harder as the levels progress. From matching shapes and colors, to twisting and switching objects to maneuver through puzzles, each game encourages players to use reasoning skills as they work through each level. The lower levels of the app are best suited for kids around age 5, but older kids and teens can work through the low levels quickly and be challenged through 180 levels.

10 Shiny Picnic

The Shiny Picnic app provides engaging and fun game play for toddlers and preschoolers to practice their problem-solving skills. Kids can sort and match objects like fruits and vegetables by color, following along with the game's fun animal characters as they help the crew pack for and set up picnics.

11 'The Cat In The Hat' Builds That

If your kids love The Cat In The Hat , this PBS Kids app will help them hone in on problem-solving skills right alongside their favorite feisty feline. Kids can engineer their own creations to help solve dilemmas using physics and scientific concepts. Preschoolers will love this fun and easy-to-explore app set in a backyard where The Cat In the Hat and friends build tree houses, playgrounds, and more.

12 Thinkrolls

When you combine STEM concepts with traditional logic games, you get a game that kids can truly get lost in while learning about engineering, physics, and mechanics. Kids ages 3 to 8 can help the adorable monster creatures in the app Thinkrolls make their way through obstacle courses by manipulating objects to clear paths and trying different methods to finish the game.

13 Cyberchase 3D Builder

This app from PBS Kids uses geometry and three-dimensional shapes to help take traditional puzzle games to the next level. Kids ages 6 and up are tasked with using shapes to re-build the city of Botropolis after it is accidentally zapped by Delete and Buzz from the classic Cyberchase game .

14 Zoombinis

The Zoombinis app is a recreation of the classic '90s computer game Logical Journey of the Zoombinis , which stars tiny blue creatures attempting to journey home. In this app, kids will solve logic puzzles that engage analyzation skills, pattern creation, and more within each level in order to unlock each additional level until the Zoombinis complete their travels and wind up back at home.

15 Tami's Tower

The Tami's Tower app allows kids to use their problem-solving skills to build towers that help Tami the tiger reach fruit to eat. Created by the Smithsonian Institute , the game takes basic engineering predicaments and allows kids to stretch their minds to create solutions to those problems by stacking and manipulating objects.

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Apps and Websites with Lots of Problem-Solving

Perseverance and grit are important character strengths that help kids develop the skills they need to tackle life's challenges. Help them practice sticking with things with these excellent (and educational) apps, games, and websites that encourage problem-solving. Kids will be inspired to brainstorm, make sense of clues, and try different solutions on their path to problem-solving fun. As apps that help kids cheat or solve problems with the click of a button rise in popularity, these tools will actually support kids' learning as kids try and try again while working through interesting challenges. For more social-emotional learning support, try these Games That Support Kindness and Compassion .

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Daily math inspires, but word problems have little variety.

Delight in pre-K problem-solving duo's quirky adventures.

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Content galore with shows, games; strong parent controls.

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Upbeat feline offers fun STEM exploration on- and offscreen.

Elmo Loves 123s

Kids learn numbers with beloved Muppets.

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Fun, digital version of the beloved find-it magazine game.

Intro to Math, by Montessorium

Early math presented in varied and interesting ways.

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Learn math skills through instruction and story-based game.

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Build a tower, test, and improve to help a hungry monkey.

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Online math games adjust in difficulty as you play.

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Early math game uses earning aquarium fish as incentive.

Montessori 1st Operations

Math concept work with clear instruction and fun rewards.

Adorable physics platformer creates little problem-solvers.

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Thinkrolls Play & Code

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Spell-binding math game with increasing challenge.

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!

Think outside the box with this charming, fun puzzler.

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Capture the light in calm, unique runner.

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The best brain game for you depends on what genre you like. If you enjoy mahjong , there are some particularly challenging mahjong games like Mahjong Solitaire that are well worth checking out.

For a tricky logic puzzle game with oddly satisfying gameplay, Cups - Water Sort Puzzle is a must-play title where you sort colored liquids into bottles with increasingly difficult situations. Another one of our greatest brain games is Bloxorz , a stone-cold classic from the Flash games era.

Memory games are a really effective way of sharpening up those recall skills. Incremental Memory is a game about memorizing and choosing the correct tiles. This is a great way to train your brain!

Math isn’t for everyone, but it certainly improves your numerical skills. Sudoku is an excellent combination of math and puzzle. Math Push is a cool platformer where you move blocks to solve mathematical expressions.

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The best mobile games to play in 2024

• Author: Stoyan Ovcharov and Dave Aubrey

The best mobile games aren’t easy to find. The games on your phone are better known for their addictive gameplay and frustrating mechanics, and they relentlessly try to empty your wallet via microtransactions.

The sheer number of game apps available in the various stores makes it hard to find really good ones, and avoid those that are only looking for your money without offering a fun, satisfying experience.

Compiling a list like this is poised to omit many great titles, so the aim here is to offer genre variety and accessibility in terms of the platforms on which you can play.

Let’s have a look at some of the best mobile games you can play right now, in no particular order.

Inside (iOS)

Inside is an incredible follow-up to Limbo.

This is more of a two-in-one entry, because Inside is a side-scrolling puzzle platformer and a follow-up to Limbo, by the same Danish indie studio, Playdead.

Both games offer an atmospheric adventure in spooky and dark environments and have been praised for their visual style and storytelling.

You control an unnamed boy who explores the world, solves puzzles and tries to avoid getting murdered in a range of violent ways. The game is spooky and graphic enough to get a Mature rating, unlike its predecessor Limbo, which was rated Teen.

Inside is available for iOS mobile devices only, but you can also play it on PC and consoles.

Angry Birds (iOS and Android)

Angry Birds. Remember that?

Rovio Entertainment

More than a decade after its original release, Angry Birds – and the series it launched – is still one of the best physics-based mobile games.

The simple premise requires no introduction, but still: you play as the titular angry birds, wreaking havoc on a group of green pigs who have stolen their eggs. In each level, you aim and launch birds with different abilities, attempting to destroy the pigs and their structures. The fewer birds you use to cause more destruction, the more stars you win for every level.

The game and its sequels and spin-offs have been released and rereleased on every platform imaginable, spawning a fully-fledged media franchise with a TV series, two movies, and a vast market for merchandise.

A rerelease of the original as well as the latest - the 21st game in the series, Angry Birds Journey - are available for iOS and Android.

Florence (iOS and Android)

Florence is emotional and essential.

Annapurna Interactive

Florence is a beautiful story-driven game with some puzzle elements that feels a lot like an interactive graphic novel.

You play as 25-year-old Florence Yeoh whose life is in shambles until she meets a handsome cello player in the park.

The game is divided into chapters mixed up with minigames through which you explore Florence’s journey, and experience her thoughts, actions and personal growth. Florence has been praised for its art style, story structure, and music.

You can grab the game for $2.99 from the iOS App Store or Google Play on Android devices. It is also available for PC via Steam and the Nintendo Switch , with a slightly higher price tag.

Hearthstone (iOS and Android)

Hearthstone is still one of the most competitive and popular digital card games.

Activision Blizzard

Hearthstone is still one of the best trading card games that helped propel the digital form of the genre into the mainstream, drawing on traditional card games like Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Pokémon.

Set in Blizzard’s Warcraft universe, the game pits your hero against an opponent you must beat by using your deck of 30 cards containing minions, spells, weapons, and more.

The gameplay is deceptively simple to learn, yet hard to truly master, with tons of cards to build your deck from, and new expansions released three times per year.

Hearthstone is great on the go, available for both iOS and Android devices, but also on PCs and Macs with full cross-platform play.

NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition (Apple Arcade)

Solid NBA action on the go.

NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition is the latest installment in the NBA 2K basketball sim series that has just arrived exclusively to the Apple Arcade subscription service.

The new game looks and plays much better than previous mobile NBA titles, with countless modes, from quick matches to online multiplayer, and The Association mode, which puts you in the shoes of the GM and Head Coach of your favorite NBA team.

An all-new mode called The Greatest offers challenges and lets you compete against the best players from the NBA’s latest season and all-time NBA legends like MJ, Shaq, and more.

NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition is available only for iOS devices, Macs, and Apple TV via Apple Arcade.

Fantasian (Apple Arcade)

Please Sakaguchi, give us Fantasian on other platforms.

Fantasian is a JRPG developed for mobile, coming from Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of the legendary Final Fantasy franchise.

You take the role of Leo, who wakes up amnesiac in an alternate world dominated by machines and takes on a journey to recover his memories and discover his true identity.

Fantasian has been praised for its unique Dimengeon system, letting you defer random monster battles when you want to focus on exploration.

The game brings a gorgeous world to experience, gameplay tailored to your mobile device, and is a must-play if you’re a classic JRPG fan or just want to discover the genre on the go.

Fantasian is available on Apple devices exclusively through Apple Arcade, though there are rumors of an imminent PC port.

Monument Valley (Android and iOS)

Beautiful perspective-based puzzles.

Ustwo Games

Monument Valley is a gorgeous indie puzzle game where you play as Princess Ida, who journeys through maze-like levels full of optical illusions and impossible objects.

Your task is to guide Ida through the level by interacting with the environment and finding hidden passages. The levels are presented from an isometric perspective, and each is centered around a different gameplay mechanic.

The game has a sequel, Monument Valley 2, which adds new mechanics by introducing two new characters, Ro and her child.

Monument Valley was originally developed for iOS and was later ported to Android devices. In 2022, it also got a Windows PC version, available via Steam.

Slay the Spire (iOS and Android)

One of the most inventive card games on any system.

Mega Crit, Humble Bundle

Slay the Spire combines roguelike progression through procedurally generated levels with a deckbuilding card game.

You start with a basic deck and add cards as you fight increasingly difficult monsters and make your way up a spire of levels.

Slay the Spire is both challenging and satisfying to play, with endless replayability potential as no two runs of the game are the same.

Originally released for PC, Slay the Spire is now available on all platforms, including iOS and Android devices.

Tetris (iOS and Android)

Yes, Tetris is still good.

Playstudios, Tetris

No list of best games will be complete if Tetris isn’t on it. The simple and addictive puzzle game was originally created in 1984 and has been a staple on every gaming platform ever since.

The ultimate block-placing puzzle’s gameplay requires no introduction, and its latest iteration for mobile devices offers daily and seasonal challenges, marathon mode, and battle-royale-like survival matches to spice up the original premise.

Tetris now also features tons of unlockable rewards and lets you team up with friends to complete challenges, earn additional rewards, and participate in events.

The official Tetris game is available on both Android and iOS devices and is free to play.

Pokémon GO (iOS and Android)

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Probably one of the most influential mobile games to ever come out, more than six years later, Pokémon GO is a massive global phenomenon.

Using augmented reality and GPS location data, it ushered the vast Pokémon universe – until then confined to the virtual space of your Nintendo console – into the real world, turning every street, square, and park into a battleground for Pokémon Trainers.

You can download Pokémon GO from Apple’s App Store iOS and Android.

Cut the Rope (iOS, Apple Arcade, and Android)

Simple brilliance.

Another great physics-based puzzle game with the simple goal of feeding a cute green creature called Om Nom with a candy, collecting stars in the process.

As the title suggests, you cut the ropes on which the candy hangs in a specific order and use other elements like bubbles to help the candy reach Om Nom while passing through the three stars scattered across each level.

Like Angry Birds, the game has spawned a series of sequels and spin-offs over the last decade, and a Remastered version of the original has been released as an Apple Arcade exclusive.

The entire series of games is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Threes! (iOS and Android)

It's over when the board fills up.

Threes! is another simple yet addictive game, where you slide numbered tiles that add up to three and combine tiles with the same value to form multiples of three.

The game’s simplicity and elegant design remain unmatched since its 2014 release, and picking it up is a no-brainer.

Each game lasts only a few minutes, making it the perfect filler for when you need to kill some time on the go.

Threes! is available for iOS and Android, and there’s also an Xbox One port and a desktop version to play in a browser.

Marvel Snap (iOS and Android)

Fantastic card-based battles.

Created by former Hearthstone game director Ben Brode, Marvel Snap is a simple fast-paced card game that plays out in just six rounds.

You play with cards representing various Marvel superheroes and try to have a higher power value than your opponent in two out of the three locations on the board by the end of the last round.

Marvel Snap is still a new game, having launched on October 18, but it quickly became a huge hit with fans. It arrived with 150 cards and 50 locations, but new ones are added weekly.

The game is free to play with purchasable cosmetics and a Season Pass.

Marvel Snap is available for both iOS and Android devices, and there's a desktop version for Windows-based PCs via Steam.

Clash Royale (iOS and Android)

One of the best mobile MOBAs.

Clash Royale combines elements from card games with tower defense and MOBA games. Its formula’s success has spawned countless copycats.

You play 1v1 and 2v2 games, with the objective of destroying the most towers held by the opposing player or team. Destroying the opponent’s King's Tower instantly ends the game with you as the victor.

Players attack and defend by using troops, spells, and buildings represented by cards.

Clash Royale is available for both Android and iOS and has been one of the top grossing titles on both platforms since launch.

Among Us (iOS and Android)

You already know Among Us is amazing.

Among Us released back in 2018, but it took almost two years and a global pandemic for it to explode as a smashing success.

In this social deduction game up to 15 players, called Crewmembers, complete tasks on a spaceship, but up to three of them are secretly assigned the role of Impostors whose aim is to sabotage the team.

Crewmembers win either by completing all their tasks or by ejecting all Impostors, whose victory conditions are to successfully sabotage a critical system on the ship or to kill or eject all other Crewmembers.

The Among Us hype train doesn’t show signs of stopping, with a constant stream of new content and features being released into the game, collaborations with other games and franchises, and a VR version that’s just around the corner.

You can pick up Among Us on iOS and Android or play on PC or Nintendo Switch, as the game supports full cross-platform play.

Genshin Impact (iOS and Android)

Avoid if you are susceptible to gambling additction.

Genshin Impact raised the bar for mobile games as a whole.

Instead of simply being a 2D puzzle game or simplistic adventure, Genshin Impact is an open world RPG that plays more like a single-player MMO - though you can play co-op with a friend, too!

This game boasts some of the best visuals on mobile, and if you have a powerful device, you can make full use of them.

The range of characters you can collect and battle with is substantial, making this one of the most fully-featured mobile games on this list.

Genshin Impact is available on iOS, Android, PS4 , PS5 , and PC.

Call of Duty Mobile (iOS and Android)

Fun mobile shooting.

TiMi, Activision

Call of Duty Mobile is a decent mobile shooter, and after the closure of Apex Legends Mobile and the cancellation of a mobile Battlefield game, it seems like this will be the best mobile shooter for a long time to come.

Fire Emblem Heroes

A great slice of FE strategy.

Fire Emblem Heroes offers some shockingly good bite-size turn-based strategy, along with a lot of gacha heroes for you to collect. Luckily earning gacha currency is pretty reasonable, and free heroes are offered pretty regularly. One of the best (and only) mobile exclusives from Nintendo.

Honkai: Stair Rail

You can't tell me this isn't a pretty game.

The long-awaited sequel to Honkai: Impact 3rd, Honkai: Star Rail takes players into space while collecting anime guys and gals. Our own Honkai expert Marco Wutz tells us it's really good, and I believe him.

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Best Critical Thinking Activities & Games for Employees

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by Pete Ford

Updated On Aug 30, 2024

Critical thinking is a valuable skill that can make all the difference in an employee's success. It enables individuals to analyze information, evaluate evidence, and form sound judgments.

Furthermore, it's an essential skill an employee needs to perform excellently in the workplace. For a company to grow and develop, employees need to think of how and what to do to ensure the company grows and moves forward. 

In his 1910 book How We Think, Dewey described reflective thinking as an active, persistent, and careful consideration of beliefs or supposed forms of knowledge in light of the grounds that support them and the further conclusions to which they tend. This is closely related to what we now call critical thinking.

A survey by the American Association of Colleges and Universities found that 75% of employers want colleges to emphasize critical thinking, real-world problem-solving, communication, and creativity.

Why Critical Thinking Matters

Critical thinking is crucial in the workplace because it enables employees to:

1. Make Informed Decisions: Provides employees with the skills to analyze data and information thoroughly. This process involves assessing the credibility of sources, weighing evidence, and considering various perspectives. By doing so, employees can avoid hasty judgments and ensure their decisions are based on solid reasoning and facts. This leads to more effective and strategic outcomes, reducing the risk of errors and enhancing overall organizational performance.

2. Identify Biases and Assumptions: Critical thinkers are adept at recognizing their own biases and assumptions, as well as those of others. This self-awareness allows them to approach situations more objectively, leading to fairer and more balanced decisions. It also helps in mitigating the influence of personal prejudices on professional judgments.

3. Solve Complex Problems: Identifies underlying issues, breaks complex problems down into manageable parts, and develops innovative solutions. This systematic approach helps in addressing challenges more efficiently and effectively, fostering a culture of problem-solving within the organization.

4. Evaluate Information and Sources: Employees skilled in critical thinking can discern the reliability and relevance of information from various sources. This ability is crucial in an age of information overload, where distinguishing between credible data and misinformation can significantly impact decision-making and strategic planning.

14 Critical Thinking Activities, Games & Exercises for Employees

1. egg drop.

Many people may have encountered this activity in science class. As it turns out, it is also a great way to help coworkers bond and grow their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. For this activity, members can split into small teams of three to six people. The goal is to create a contraption that will secure and protect the egg from breaking.

It has to be effective in case the egg is dropped from a desk or the top of a building. Each team can use any material available around the workplace. Some of the materials include newspapers, paper clips, straws, tape, cotton balls, balloons, etc. Teams have 15 minutes to decide on the best strategy and building materials.

How to Play The Game

1. Preparation

• Materials: Gather materials like eggs, straws, tape, rubber bands, paper, plastic bags, and other office supplies that can be used for constructing a protective device.
• Set a Time Limit: Decide on a time limit for the activity, typically 30-60 minutes, depending on the complexity you want to introduce.

2. Group Formation

• Divide employees into small teams of 3-5 members each. This ensures that everyone can participate and contribute to the design process.

3. Explanation of Rules

• Objective: Each team must design and build a structure that can protect an egg from breaking when dropped from a predetermined height.
• Constraints: Set any specific rules, such as limiting the materials they can use or requiring the structure to fit within certain dimensions.

4. The Building Process

• Teams brainstorm, design, and construct their egg-protection devices within the allotted time. Encourage creativity and teamwork during this phase.

5. Drop Test

• Once the time is up, gather all teams and conduct the drop test from the designated height. You can use a ladder, a balcony, or a raised platform for this.
• Each team drops its egg, and the group observes whether the egg survives the fall intact.

6. Evaluation

• Assess which designs successfully protected the egg and discuss what worked and what didn’t. You can award points for creativity, durability, and teamwork.
• Consider holding a debrief session where teams can share their design processes and the thinking behind their approaches.

7. Conclude

• Conclude by highlighting the lessons learned, such as the importance of collaboration, creative problem-solving, and strategic planning.
• Recognize the winning team(s) and acknowledge the effort of all participants.

Review and Reflection of the Game

Here are three key review and reflection points for the Egg Drop activity:

1. Team Collaboration and Communication: Reflect on how effectively the teams worked together. Consider the quality of communication, how tasks were divided, and how decisions were made. What contributed to strong teamwork, and where could collaboration be improved?

2. Problem-Solving and Creativity: Review the problem-solving strategies and creative approaches teams used. What innovative designs emerged, and what made them successful? Analyze any failed attempts to understand what could be done differently next time.

3. Application to Workplace Skills: Reflect on how the activity relates to real workplace scenarios. How can the teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills demonstrated in the Egg Drop challenge be applied to everyday tasks and projects at work?

Key Takeaway

Employees must collaborate to design a structure that protects an egg from breaking when dropped from a height. The challenge requires them to think critically about materials, design, and physics, testing and refining their ideas. It highlights the importance of planning, innovative thinking, and learning from failure, all of which are crucial skills in the workplace.

Through improv activities, teams can improve their rapid problem-solving and critical thinking skills . Start by giving them a problem or scenario to solve together. Next, each participant builds on the preceding response by adding one sentence in turn. The scenario changes and gets more challenging with every new sentence. When the group responds to all the questions and comes up with a workable solution, the activity is over.

How to Conduct the Activity

1. Set the scenario: Provide the team with a question or scenario to resolve together.

2. Take Turns: Participants take turns adding one sentence to build on the previous response, evolving the scenario.

3. Encourage Creativity: Each new sentence should creatively change the situation, challenging the team to adapt quickly.

4. Conclude: The activity ends when the team completes the story or reaches a solution.

Review and Reflection of the Activity

1. Team Adaptability : Reflect on how well the team adapted to the constantly changing scenario. Did participants remain flexible and build on each other’s ideas effectively?

2. Creative Problem-Solving: Consider the level of creativity in the responses. How did the team use their imagination to navigate the evolving scenario? Were they able to think on their feet?

3. Communication and Collaboration : Assess how well team members communicated and collaborated. Was there a smooth flow of ideas? Did everyone contribute equally?

3. Escape Room

Escape Room Challenge is one of the best critical thinking games for team building that encourages problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.

To "escape" from a themed room, employees must solve puzzles and riddles within a predetermined amount of time. This team-building activity improves communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities by forcing participants to think critically and work under pressure. It's an exciting way to foster strategic thinking in a light-hearted, immersive setting.

How to Play the Game

1. Preparation: Create or select a themed room with a series of puzzles, riddles, and challenges. Ensure the setup is safe, and the puzzles are varied to engage different skill sets.

2. Gather Materials: Collect necessary items such as locks, keys, clues, and props related to the theme.

3. Form Teams: Divide participants into small teams of 4–6 people to encourage collaboration and maximize participation.

4. Set the Scene: Explain the objective: Brief the teams on the scenario, the backstory, and their goal to solve all the puzzles within a set time (usually 60 minutes) to "escape" the room.

5. Review the Rules: Outline any specific rules, such as not forcing open locks or damaging props, and explain how they can ask for hints if needed.

6. Gameplay: Start the timer. Begin the activity and let the teams work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and unlock the final solution.

7. Monitor Progress: Observe the teams as they play, providing hints if requested, and ensuring the game flows smoothly.

8. Debrief and Reflect: After the time is up, gather everyone to discuss what worked, what didn’t, and the strategies used. Highlight the importance of teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving.

9. Celebrate Success: Recognize the efforts of all teams, whether they escaped or not, and celebrate the collaboration and critical thinking demonstrated during the activity.

Reviews and Reflection of the Game

1. Team Dynamics and Communication: Reflect on how well the team members communicated and collaborated. Did everyone contribute ideas, and was there effective coordination in solving the puzzles?

2. Problem-Solving Approaches:   Consider the strategies the teams used to tackle the challenges. Were they able to think critically and creatively under pressure? How did they handle setbacks or difficult puzzles?

3. Time Management : Evaluate how the teams managed their time during the activity. Did they prioritize tasks effectively and work efficiently within the time limit? What could be improved in future scenarios?

The Escape Room activity emphasizes the importance of effective teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving under pressure in the workplace. It highlights how working together and managing time efficiently are crucial for overcoming challenges, achieving goals, and meeting standards set by the company.

4. Murder Mystery

A Murder Mystery game is a critical thinking activity where employees work together to solve a fictional crime. It involves analyzing clues, collaborating, and deducing the perpetrator's identity based on evidence and logical reasoning. This exercise enhances critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and teamwork, as employees must communicate effectively and use their analytical skills to uncover the solution.

1. Preparation: Choose or create a murder mystery scenario, assign roles to participants, and distribute character information.

2. Gameplay: Set the scene and rules, then let participants interact, gather clues, and work together to solve the mystery.

3. Debrief and Reveal: Reveal the solution, discuss how clues led to the conclusion, and acknowledge participants’ efforts and teamwork.

1. Engagement and Role-Playing: Reflect on how engaged participants were with their roles and the storyline. Did they fully immerse themselves in their characters and contribute to the narrative effectively?

2. Clue Gathering and Deduction: Consider how well teams gathered and analyzed clues. Were they able to piece together information and make logical deductions to identify the "murderer"? How effective were their investigative strategies?

3. Team Collaboration: Assess the level of collaboration and communication among team members. Did they work together cohesively to solve the mystery, or were there challenges in sharing information and coordinating efforts?

The Murder Mystery activity highlights the value of teamwork, effective communication, and critical thinking. It demonstrates how collaborative problem-solving and role-playing can enhance investigative skills and foster a deeper understanding of team dynamics in a fun and engaging way.

5. Puzzle-Solving Relay

A team-building exercise called the Puzzle Solving Relay aims to improve problem-solving and collaboration. In a relay-style setting, teams solve puzzles individually before moving on to the next member. Critical thinking abilities can be improved individually and as a team using this exercise.

1. Setup: Prepare a series of puzzles (e.g., logic puzzles, crosswords, riddles) and divide participants into teams. Each team will work on the puzzles in a relay format.

2. Relay Play: Each team member solves one puzzle before passing it to the next person. Teams continue this process until all puzzles are completed.

1. Evaluate Team Performance: Assess how well teams communicated and collaborated during the relay. Were they efficient and supportive of each other?

2. Analyze Problem-Solving Strategies: Reflect on the strategies used to solve the puzzles. What methods were effective, and where did teams face challenges?

3. Discuss Lessons Learned: Discuss to share insights and feedback. Highlight what worked well and areas for improvement in teamwork and problem-solving skills.

The Puzzle Solving Relay activity emphasizes the importance of teamwork, effective communication, and strategic problem-solving. It demonstrates how working collaboratively and leveraging each team member’s strengths can lead to successful outcomes and improved team dynamics.

6. Role-Playing Activities

Role-playing exercises, such as scenario-based training exercises, are effective critical thinking exercises for teams. Real-world scenarios are utilized to enhance employees' skills and knowledge. This approach involves creating scenarios that closely mimic the challenges and expectations employees face in their roles. For example, Walmart uses role-playing games to train employees in customer service, where they practice handling various scenarios such as resolving complaints and providing assistance. Similarly, Lockheed Martin employs virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences to train employees in assembling spacecraft and aircraft, allowing them to practice complex tasks in a controlled, realistic environment.

Role-playing activities in scenario-based training emphasize the importance of practical, hands-on learning. By simulating real-world challenges, employees can develop critical skills, improve their problem-solving abilities, and enhance their overall job performance. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of their roles and prepares them for real-life situations, ultimately leading to more effective and confident employees.

How to Conduct the “Role Playing” Activity

1. Define the Scenario

• Choose or create a relevant workplace scenario or issue for participants to role-play.
• Clearly explain the context, objectives, and roles each participant will assume.

2. Conduct the Role Play

• Have participants act out their roles and interact according to the scenario.
• Allow them time to address the situation and make decisions based on their characters’ perspectives.

3. Debrief and Discuss

• After the role play, gather everyone to discuss the experience.
• Reflect on the strategies used, the effectiveness of communication, and how the scenario relates to real workplace situations.

1. Assess Role Performance : Evaluate how well participants embodied their roles and handled the scenario. Did they stay true to their characters and effectively address the situation?

2. Analyze Communication and Problem-Solving : Reflect on the communication strategies and problem-solving approaches used during the role play. How did participants collaborate and resolve issues?

3. Discuss Lessons Learned : Share insights and feedback. Highlight what participants learned about handling similar situations in real life and how role play can improve workplace interactions and decision-making.

The key takeaway is that it helps enhance critical thinking by allowing participants to explore various perspectives, practice problem-solving, and improve communication skills in a dynamic, interactive environment.

7. Reverse Brainstorming

Teams that participate in the Reverse Brainstorming challenge begin by generating ideas for ways to exacerbate an issue rather than find a solution. After listing all the bad ideas, they reverse these concepts to come up with possible fixes. By taking a novel perspective on the problem, this exercise promotes innovative problem-solving and helps teams look beyond the box.

1. Define the Problem : Clearly state the problem or challenge you want to address. Make sure everyone understands the issue before starting.

2. Reverse Brainstorming : Ask participants to brainstorm ways to make the problem worse rather than solving it. Encourage them to think creatively about actions or strategies that would exacerbate the issue.

3. Generate Solutions : Reverse the negative ideas into positive solutions. Discuss how the actions that would worsen the problem can be flipped to create effective solutions. Reflect on the insights gained from this approach.

1. Evaluate Idea Generation : Assess the creativity and range of ideas generated for worsening the problem. Did participants think broadly and consider various aspects of the issue?

2. Analyze Solution Development : Reflect on how effectively the negative ideas were transformed into positive solutions. Were the solutions practical and innovative?

3. Discuss Insights and Learning : Discuss the overall process. What did participants learn about problem-solving and creativity? How did the reverse approach influence their understanding of the original problem?

Critical thinking activities like reverse brainstorming illustrate how innovative solutions can be found by taking a different approach to a problem. By first considering how to worsen the issue, teams gain new perspectives that can be flipped to develop creative and effective strategies for solving the original problem.

8. The Marshmallow Challenge

In the Marshmallow Challenge, teams are given a set amount of time to build the tallest freestanding structure using only spaghetti, tape, string, and a marshmallow. The catch is that the marshmallow must be placed on top of the structure. It enhances critical thinking by fostering problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, and iterative learning. Teams design and build a structure with limited resources, learning to adapt and refine their strategies in real time.

1. Distribute Materials : Provide each team with a set of materials (e.g., spaghetti, tape, string, and a marshmallow). Ensure all teams have the same resources.

2. Build the Structure : Challenge teams to build the tallest freestanding structure they can using the materials provided, with the marshmallow placed on top. Set a time limit (typically 18–30 minutes).

3. Evaluate and Reflect : Measure the height of each structure and check if the marshmallow is on top. Discuss the design approaches, teamwork, and problem-solving strategies used during the challenge.

Assess Design and Execution: Evaluate how well each team’s structure was built and the effectiveness of their design. Did the structures achieve the goal of being the tallest and holding the marshmallow?

Analyze Team Collaboration: Reflect on how teams worked together. Were roles and tasks divided effectively? Did team members communicate and collaborate well

Discuss Lessons Learned: Review the key insights gained from the challenge. What did teams learn about planning, prototyping, and adjusting their approach? How can these lessons be applied to workplace projects and problem-solving?

The Marshmallow Challenge highlights the importance of prototyping, iterative design, and teamwork. It demonstrates how rapid experimentation and collaboration can lead to successful outcomes, emphasizing the need for adaptability and creativity in problem-solving.

9. Two Truths and A Lie

The first task involves one individual making three assertions about themselves, two of which are true and one of which is false. The other participants must then determine which of the three statements about the person were true and which were lies.

Two Truths and a Lie helps employees with critical thinking by:

• Enhancing Observation : Participants must discern truth from deception.
• Improving Communication: It encourages clear and thoughtful sharing of information.
• Fostering Insight: Employees learn to read cues and understand underlying motives.

1. Explain the Rules : Each participant takes turns sharing three statements about themselves: two that are true and one that is a lie. The rest of the team must guess which statement is a lie.

2. Take Turns : Allow each participant to present their three statements. After each person shares, the team discusses and votes on which statement they think is false.

3. Reveal and Discuss : After guesses are made, the participant reveals which statement was the lie. Discuss the truths behind the statements, fostering conversation and helping team members learn more about each other.

1. Evaluate Participation and Engagement : Reflect on how actively participants engaged with the activity. Did everyone take part and contribute to guessing and revealing the statements?

2. Analyze Communication and Interaction : Assess the quality of interaction and communication during the activity. How well did team members discuss their guesses and share their thoughts?

3. Discuss Insights and Team Building : Review what participants learned about each other and how the activity helped in team bonding. Discuss any new insights gained and how the activity might improve team dynamics and understanding.

The "Two Truths and a Lie" activity fosters team bonding and improves communication by encouraging employees to share personal insights and engage in light-hearted interaction. It helps team members learn more about each other, build relationships, and enhance trust in a fun and informal setting.

10. Silent Line-Up

In just five minutes, you may finish the non-verbal game called Silent Line-Up. This exercise aims to promote problem-solving, cooperation, and communication abilities without the use of words.

Team members must form a line and silently arrange themselves according to a predetermined criterion to participate in the silent line-up.

How to play the Game ‍

1. Explain the Objective : Inform participants that the goal is to line up in a specific order (e.g., by birthdate, height, or years of experience) without speaking. Clearly state the criteria for the lineup.

2. Initiate the Activity : Start the activity and let participants begin organizing themselves according to the specified criteria. Ensure they understand they must use non-verbal communication and gestures to coordinate.

Once the lineup is complete, check if the order is correct. Discuss the experience, focusing on the strategies used, the effectiveness of non-verbal communication, and how the activity can enhance teamwork and problem-solving skills.

The silent line-up activity emphasizes the importance of non-verbal communication and teamwork. It demonstrates how effective coordination and understanding can be achieved through gestures and teamwork without relying on verbal instructions, fostering stronger collaboration and problem-solving skills.

11. Tower of Hanoi

The Tower of Hanoi is a straightforward mathematical puzzle that can be effectively used to evaluate and enhance employees’ problem-solving skills. This puzzle involves moving a series of disks from one peg to another, following specific rules, and is a popular tool for assessing working memory and planning abilities. By incorporating the Tower of Hanoi into training programs, companies can help employees develop critical thinking skills, as the puzzle requires careful planning and strategic thinking to solve.

Additionally, the complexity of the puzzle can be easily adjusted by adding more disks or pegs, making it suitable for various skill levels. Incorporating the Tower of Hanoi into employee training not only fosters critical thinking but also provides a fun and engaging way to improve cognitive abilities. Employees can work individually or in teams to solve the puzzle, promoting collaboration and communication.

This activity can also serve as a diagnostic tool to identify areas where employees may need further development, particularly in their planning and problem-solving skills. By challenging employees with the Tower of Hanoi, companies can create a dynamic learning environment that encourages continuous improvement and innovation.

1. Objective : Move all disks from the starting peg to the target peg, following the rules.

• Only one disk can be moved at a time.
• A disk can only be placed on a larger disk or an empty peg.
• Move the top (n−1)(n−1)(n−1) disks to the auxiliary peg.
• Move the largest disk to the target peg.
• Move the (n−1)(n−1)(n−1) disks from the auxiliary peg to the target peg.

The challenge involves strategic planning and problem-solving to achieve the goal efficiently.

1. Assess Strategy and Execution : Evaluate the strategies used to solve the Tower of Hanoi. How effectively did participants plan their moves and manage the constraints? Were there any common strategies or approaches?

2. Analyze Problem-Solving Skills : Reflect on how participants approached problem-solving. Did they demonstrate effective planning and foresight? How did they handle challenges or mistakes?

3. Discuss Lessons Learned : Hold a discussion on the insights gained from the activity. What did participants learn about strategic thinking, patience, and perseverance? How can these lessons be applied to workplace problem-solving and project management?

The Tower of Hanoi activity highlights the importance of strategic planning , patience, and problem-solving. It demonstrates how methodical thinking and careful execution can lead to successful outcomes, reinforcing skills that are valuable for tackling complex tasks and managing projects in the workplace.

12. Rebus Puzzle

For a rebus puzzle, every component of a jigsaw puzzle represents a member of your team. It is distinct from every other piece in terms of shape and function. Because of this, an effective team leader will learn about their needs and handle each member uniquely. Every component of a jigsaw puzzle fits into the overall design.

Basically, it uses pictures and symbols to represent words or phrases. It enhances workplace critical thinking by promoting problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork through decoding visual clues.

How to Play the Rebus Puzzle

1. Receive the Puzzle : Obtain the visual representation of words or phrases. This could be a printed sheet, a digital image, or a projected slide.

2. Analyze the Clues : Examine the pictures, symbols, or letters presented in the puzzle. Look for familiar shapes, objects, or patterns that might hint at a word or phrase.

3. Interpret the Symbols : Break down the visual elements into parts that could represent sounds, words, or phrases. For example, a picture of an eye might represent the word “I,” and a picture of a bee might represent the sound “B.”

4. Combine Interpretations : Piece together the individual interpretations to form a coherent phrase or solution. This step often requires creative thinking and the ability to see connections between different elements.

5. Verify the Answer : Check if your solution makes sense and matches the intended message. If the phrase or word seems logical and fits the clues provided, you have likely solved the puzzle correctly.

1. Evaluate the Problem-Solving Approach : Assess how participants approached solving the puzzle. Did they use effective strategies and collaborate well? How did they interpret and piece together the visual clues?

2. Analyze Communication and Teamwork : Reflect on how well participants communicated and worked together (if in teams). Was there effective sharing of ideas and feedback?

3. Discuss Insights and Learning : Discuss what participants learned from the activity. How did it enhance their ability to think creatively and solve problems? What insights can be applied to other problem-solving scenarios in the workplace?

The Rebus Puzzle activity emphasizes the importance of creative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. It shows how interpreting visual clues can enhance lateral thinking skills and teamwork, providing valuable insights into how diverse approaches can be applied to solving complex problems in the workplace.

13. Socrates Circle

Socrates Circle is a critical thinking game where participants discuss a topic in a structured dialogue, encouraging deep questioning and reflection. It helps employees enhance their analytical skills , communication, and collaborative problem-solving.

1. Define the Topic : Select a topic or question for discussion that is relevant to the workplace or team dynamics. Ensure it is open-ended and thought-provoking.

2. Facilitate the Discussion :

• Arrange Participants : Set up a circle or virtual meeting where everyone can see each other.
• Start the Discussion : Ask the chosen question and encourage participants to share their thoughts and perspectives.

3. Use Socratic Questioning Techniques : Ask probing questions that challenge assumptions and encourage deeper thinking. For example, "What is the underlying reason for this issue?" or "How might this perspective change our approach?"

4. Summarize and Reflect : Conclude the discussion by summarizing the key points and insights gained. Reflect on the different viewpoints shared and how they might influence future actions or decisions. Encourage participants to consider how the discussion can impact their work and interactions.

1. Evaluate Participation and Engagement : Assess how actively participants engaged in the discussion. Did they contribute thoughtfully and consider different perspectives?

2. Analyze the Depth of Discussion : Reflect on how effectively the Socratic questioning deepened the discussion. Did it challenge assumptions and lead to meaningful insights?

3. Discuss Lessons Learned : Review the key insights and understanding gained from the discussion. How did the activity enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills? What new perspectives or solutions emerged?

The Socrates Circle fosters deep critical thinking and open dialogue by encouraging participants to explore different viewpoints and challenge assumptions. It enhances understanding and decision-making by promoting thoughtful questioning and reflection on complex issues.

14. Paper Tower Challenge

The Paper Town Challenge is a critical thinking game where employees use only paper to create a model of a town or structure. Participants must plan, design, and construct their models while adhering to specific constraints.

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For the Workplace, This Game Fosters Critical Thinking by

1. Encouraging Creativity : Requires innovative use of limited resources.

2. Enhancing Problem-Solving : Involves overcoming design and construction challenges.

3. Promoting Teamwork : Requires collaboration and communication to build the model.

1. Distribute Materials : Provide paper and basic tools.

2. Define Objectives : Set guidelines for what to build (e.g., a town or structure).

3. Design and Build : Teams plan and construct their models using only paper.

4. Present and Review : Share and evaluate each model based on creativity and adherence to guidelines.

This game enhances creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.

1. Evaluate Creativity and Design : Assess how creatively and effectively participants designed their paper towns. Did they use the materials in innovative ways and incorporate various elements into their designs?

2. Analyze Teamwork and Execution : Reflect on how well teams worked together during the challenge. Was there clear communication and collaboration? How did they handle any obstacles or constraints?

3. Discuss Learning and Application : Review the key takeaways from the activity, including insights into planning, resource management, and teamwork. How can the experience be applied to real-world projects and problem-solving scenarios?

The Paper Town Challenge emphasizes the importance of creativity, collaboration, and resource management. It shows how working together to create a complex design with limited materials can enhance problem-solving skills, encourage innovative thinking, and improve team dynamics. Games for critical thinking in the workplace are crucial because they foster essential skills such as problem-solving, creativity, and effective communication.

By engaging in these activities, employees enhance their ability to think analytically, collaborate effectively, and approach challenges with innovative solutions. These skills contribute to a more dynamic, adaptable, and resilient workforce, ultimately driving greater organizational success.

The 14 critical thinking activities for employees in the workplace are outlined, and they offer proper insight to help employees in the workplace develop strong hindsight in their day-to-day activities.

Edstellar , a global training platform, provides a wealth of additional team-building activities to provide a wide range of critical thinking activities, as mentioned, to help build better employees in the workplace.

Ultimately, it’s going to provide an amazing method for organizations that need employees to think far and wide to better themselves for the organization's growth and development.

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5 new mobile games to try this week - August 29th, 2024

Fresh mobile picks you should give a go this week

• Rescue a cat from the depths of the dungeon
• Keep people from taking the dreaded stairs
• Become the biggest baddie in the overworld

Who doesn't love new games? We certainly do - there's just something about the exhilaration of a new title you can't wait to dive into, as the loading screen pops up and you enter a brave new world. 

Of course, new mobile games are a dime a dozen these days, and who has the time to scour the iPhone, iPad and/or Android stores to catch the latest title that drops? This is exactly why we've gathered a quick list of 5 new mobile games you should try this week, from undiscovered indie gems to high-profile AAA masterpieces.

By the way, if you've got an unquenchable thirst for curated games you can obsess over each week, be sure to check out our NEW WEEKLY MOBILE GAMES hub , or join our lively community on Twitter or Discord .

Let's get on with it!

In this fast-paced online world we live in today, nobody really has the patience to wait three seconds for things to load, much less wait for the elevator when you're in a hurry to get places. That certainly puts a boatload of pressure on you in Going Up, where you'll manage how elevators work across a minimalist management sim.

This strategy game tasks you with getting people to where they need to go, whether they're hotheaded CEOs or wayward tourists. While things start slowly enough, you'll soon have to deal with an influx of people until everything snowballs into a powder keg of impatience. Keep your elevator efficiency at its peak before everyone decides to - god forbid - take the dreaded stairs instead.

2 Jenny LeClue

Help Jenny LeClue unravel the mystery of a wrongfully accused murder - a true conundrum she's very much involved in given her own mother is the prime suspect. The narrative adventure features a distinct art style and more than 50,000 words of dialogue to immerse you in this coming-of-age tale set in the sleepy town of Arthurton.

There are over 10 hours of gameplay as you travel through abandoned mines and spooky graveyards, all while encountering a colourful cast of characters along the way.

Embrace a life of villainy and boss-ery in Overboss, a retro-inspired digital board game that lets you quench your hidden thirst for conquering the world. Tired of your usual underworldly domain, you'll set out on a quest to rule the overworld by shaping the landscape to your liking. You'll need to recruit monsters to fight by your side as you take on other would-be overbosses and expand your reign of terror.

Strategise the best tile placements and discover how each token turns the tide in your favour with every turn. Do you have what it takes to become the biggest baddie out there?

4 Labyrinth: The Wizard's Cat

Rescue a fluffy feline from the depths of a dangerous dungeon in Labyrinth: The Wizard's Cat, a nostalgic pixel-art dungeon-crawler with plenty of old-school vibes. As you solve puzzles and avoid obstacles while navigating through dark dungeon corridors, you'll pick up valuable loot and power-ups that will help you on your quest - and when a cute cat's life is on the line, you should stop at nothing to complete your mission.

The first-person puzzler offers challenging levels and a variety of weapons you can use to survive, with simple and intuitive controls and thrilling real-time combat.

5 Anti-Hack

If you've ever wanted to get back at viruses for all the malware they've snuck into your PC all these years, now's your chance. As the title of the game suggests, Anti Hack burdens you with the responsibility of clearing a corrupted computer from any pesky hacks. The puzzle adventure thrusts you into the heart of a compromised system, where you'll need to traverse neon-lit circuits and solve logic puzzles across seven distinct worlds.

The cyberpunk visuals were inspired by retro games and cult-classic films, with puzzles that are based on actual computer logic and hardware to boot.

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• SPECIAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY CUBE: Go retro with a Rubik’s Cube that looks and feels like it’s a toy from the past, complete with classic boxy edges, slower turning, stickers, gold side, and special anniversary logo, presented in a retro plastic display case.
• THE ORIGINAL RUBIK’S CUBE: A combination of math, art and science, the iconic Rubik’s Cube challenges minds and problem-solving skills. The classic 3x3 is one of the world’s best-known puzzles since 1980.
• TURN, TWIST & REPEAT: The Rubik’s Cube features six different colored sides of nine squares each. Once the faces are jumbled, twist, turn, and rotate until each of the six faces has only one color.
• A MUST HAVE FOR PUZZLE LOVERS: This original cube has 43,252,003,274,489,856,000 combinations, but only one solution. Do you have what it takes to solve the world’s favorite puzzle?
• CLASSIC PUZZLE-SOLVING GAMEPLAY: This challenging puzzle is the same retro toy that you remember from childhood. Brain teaser, fidget toy, or travel puzzle, this brain puzzle is your new go-to cube.
• Includes 1 Rubik’s Cube
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Product Dimensions	2.24 x 2.24 x 0.04 inches
Item Weight	5.4 ounces
ASIN	B0CCW4F1CH
Item model number	6068726
Manufacturer recommended age	8 years and up
Best Sellers Rank	#2,079 in Toys & Games ( ) #14 in
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars
Release date	November 30, 2023
Manufacturer	Spin Master

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Launched to celebrate Rubik’s 50th anniversary, the special edition Rubik’s Cube looks and feels like it came right out of a time capsule! Fans of fidget toys and vintage toys will love this classic toy modeled after the first edition Rubik’s Cubes, complete with sharp edges, clunky turning, standard stickers. The Rubik’s Cube is a classic color-matching puzzle that can be enjoyed at home or on the move. The original, classic 3x3 cube is a highly addictive brain teaser that has fascinated fans all around the world for decades. The Rubik’s Cube features six different sides, each made up of nine colorful squares. A must for puzzle lovers and fans of puzzles for adults and kids puzzles, the aim is to try twist and turn the Rubik’s Cube to its original state, with every side having one solid color. There are 43,252,003,274,489,856,000 ways of arranging the squares, and only one of these is the solution. Turn and twist away – can you solve it? The retro plastic display case with throwback logo and design as well as the Rubik’s Cube whole collection make the perfect gifts for men, gifts for women, and gifts for teens. Celebrate 50 years of puzzle solving with Rubik’s Cube.

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Feature	Don’t let the size fool you – with over 3.6 million possible permutations and only one solution, this is a brain teaser that will challenge you again and again.	The classic 3x3 Rubik’s Cube is the world’s best-known addictive puzzle and has fascinated fans since its launch in 1980. A true icon.	This 4x4 puzzle is made up of 56 small cubes, but the center pieces move in relation to each other, making it even more difficult.	Go retro with a Rubik’s Cube that looks and feels like it’s a toy from the past, complete with classic boxy edges, slower turning, stickers, gold side, and special anniversary logo, presented in a retro plastic display case.	Play a new twist on the classic Rubik’s Cube with a game inspired by the iconic brain teaser made to challenge your flexible thinking, speed, and problem-solving skills.	This Amazon Exclusive Race game has 6 added tiles and an added layer of complexity, making it the perfect puzzle gift for any Rubik’s enthusiast in your life!

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Customers like the smoothness of movement of the puzzle. They say it's fun to solve and engaging for kids. They also appreciate the value for money. However, some customers have reported that the fit of the cube is loose. Opinions are mixed on quality.

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Customers like the smoothness of movement of the puzzle. They say the rows and columns swivel seamlessly and are durable enough to withstand the hands of most.

"...The movement of the cube is seamless, with each turn feeling smooth and secure...." Read more

"...CONS:1. Not really a con, but while this is a super smooth cube , it is not a speed-cube like that you see real experts use...." Read more

"...This one is not as expected it is not smooth actions Jerry does like to lineup...." Read more

" Super easy to rotate and super cool looking. Also love that it doesn’t have stickers so it won’t wear over time. My new go to Rubik’s cube." Read more

Customers find the puzzle fun, engaging for kids, and fun to solve. They also say it's a great toy that keeps them entertained for a good while and makes them think. Customers also mention the step-by-step moves and interesting Rubik's Cube fun facts.

"...Not only does it add a layer of sophistication and modernity to the iconic cube, but it also provides an intriguing look into the inner workings of..." Read more

"...It keeps her mind busy and sharp . Great price too!!" Read more

"...Not too big or small.The saturation of the colors makes it more enticing to use . The quality of the cubes itself is great!..." Read more

"...although it is lighter than it was in the 80’s, it is still fun to fiddle around with ." Read more

Customers appreciate the value of the puzzle. They mention it's sturdy, works well for the price, and is not cheap.

"...for hours, days, even months of fun...definitely the best investment for the money .4. High quality...." Read more

"...It keeps her mind busy and sharp. Great price too!!" Read more

"The kids love it, it's sturdy, good value for the money , it's fun, fits in your purse, and it's pretty." Read more

"...Slick movement easy to use, well put together. Would highly recommend good price too." Read more

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the puzzle. They mention that it works extremely well, is functional, and turns smoothly. Some say that the product is constructed better and functions better than knockoffs. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of this product.

"...4. High quality. I have been using it for months now and it is still working great ..." Read more

"Its a standard rubix cube. Sturdy and functional . Has held up well with three little kids" Read more

"Purchased the Rubik's cube and am very satisfied with the product ." Read more

" This thing is great ! Really brings back old memories of being a kid!" Read more

Customers are mixed about the quality of the puzzle. Some mention it's good quality all around, well put together, and sturdy. Others say that it'd break easily, wobble at first, and feel a little sloppy after a lot of use.

"...The build quality is excellent , ensuring that even after multiple solves, the cube maintains its integrity and the colors remain as vibrant as ever,..." Read more

"PROS:1. Inexpensive.2. Stand is a nice bonus for display ...." Read more

"...The rest are poor quality . They would pop pieces out when you turn them." Read more

"Super easy to rotate and super cool looking . Also love that it doesn’t have stickers so it won’t wear over time. My new go to Rubik’s cube." Read more

Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the puzzle. They mention that the pieces on the cube are very loose, and the turning mechanism is loose. Some say that the product is sturdy enough for their needs, but some feel that it loses its lubrication.

"It’s a good cube but my only problem was that the pieces on the cube were very loose and to the point it felt like it was going to come apart" Read more

"...although at times this becomes its downside as the "smoothness" can be a bit loos and cause parts that you do not intend, turn...." Read more

"This cube feels a little bit worse than the standard rubiks brand 3x3 with tiles...." Read more

"...This one is seamless! Easy to use and the size is perfect ! Not too big or small.The saturation of the colors makes it more enticing to use...." Read more

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