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FAQs

How many types of puzzles are there? ›

There are different genres of puzzles, such as crossword puzzles, word-search puzzles, number puzzles, relational puzzles, and logic puzzles. The academic study of puzzles is called enigmatology.

What are the puzzles that aren't jigsaw? ›

Well, there are plenty, including cryptic puzzles, quick crosswords and code word puzzles. The quick crossword is a straightforward question-and-answer type of quiz, while the cryptic puzzle is more complex with cryptic clues and anagrams to work out.

Is the puzzle page app free? ›

Puzzle Page is free to play, but contains optional paid items to help unlock content more quickly. You can disable in-app purchase functionality in your device's settings if you do not want to use this feature.

What is the most popular puzzle in the world? ›

The Rubik's Cube, originally called the "Magic Cube" is a a 3-D mechanical twisty puzzle invented and licensed by Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture Erno Rubik in 1974.

Are puzzles good for your brain? ›

Working on a puzzle reinforces connections between brain cells, improves mental speed and is an effective way to improve short-term memory. Puzzles increase the production of dopamine, a chemical that regulates mood, memory, and concentration. Dopamine is released with every success as we solve the puzzle.

What are the subgenres of puzzle games? ›

Sub-genres
  • Physics game.
  • Programming game.
  • Exploration.
  • Sokoban.
  • Hidden object game.
  • Tile-matching.

Is there a free puzzle app? ›

Jigsawscapes is a good time killer for all ages. With 20000+ jigsaw puzzles for free and 100+ new puzzle games free weekly, our game is designed for beginners and advanced players at the same time. Jigsawscapes - Jigsaw puzzle games free for adults have no missing pieces.

Where can I find free puzzles? ›

Welcome to Jigsaw 365, a platform of online jigsaw puzzles that you can play for free. Have fun exploring all the unusual and beautiful images we have for you to assemble!

Does Bill Gates do puzzles? ›

Gates has been open about his love of puzzles and other brain-stimulating activities like Wordle. In a 2018 PEOPLE interview with Bill and Melinda Gates — before they divorced three years later — he said, "We do more jigsaw puzzles than most people."

How many different puzzle shapes are there? ›

Theoretically possible shapes

According to this classification, there can be a total of 34 = 81 different pieces. The usual puzzles nowadays have about 5 to 15 different part shapes (not including rotations).

Which is the hardest puzzle in the world? ›

The Clearly Impossible Puzzle is uniquely designed to be one of the hardest puzzles you will ever complete (if you can). We have multiple piece variations that is suitable for any type of puzzler. The larger the puzzle the more complicated it is.

Are there different levels of puzzles? ›

Difficulty rating 1 are the easier puzzles to do and memorise. Difficulty rating 10 is the most difficult to do and memorise. Puzzles rated 1, 2 or 3 may not take hours to do but there will always be some challenge involved. Don't write off these puzzles as too easy for adults.

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