What is Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection?
Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection is a set of small one-player logic puzzles meant for a quick two or three minute break. Simon Tatham, the author of PuTTY, wrote it so the same games would run everywhere.
There are 40 puzzles, including Bridges, Loopy, Mines, Net, Pattern, Solo, Tents, Towers, Galaxies and Untangle. Every puzzle generates new grids, so you never run out, and each has a manual explaining the rules. You can play them in the browser, download them for Windows and Unix, or try ports made by other people, such as one for Android. There are no ads and no accounts.
Main Features
- 40 one-player logic puzzles
- Endless new grids generated for each puzzle
- Plays in the browser with JavaScript and WebAssembly
- Windows downloads and Unix source code
- A manual with the rules for every puzzle
- Adjustable size and difficulty
- No ads and no sign-up
How to Get Started with Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection
- Open the puzzle collection page.
- Pick a puzzle and click its picture or js link.
- Read the manual if you do not know the rules.
- Change the size or difficulty from the Type menu.
- Start a new game whenever you finish one.
Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection Pricing
Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection is free, with no paid plan.
Who Should Use It?
- Fans of logic puzzles like Sudoku and Minesweeper
- Anyone who wants a quick break without ads
- Programmers who like open source games
- People who want the same puzzles on every computer
Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection Alternatives
- Sudoku.com is a free site for playing Sudoku in your browser.
- Minesweeper Online lets you play classic Minesweeper and compete in rankings.
- Puzzmo is a daily puzzle site with new games each day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection free?
Yes. All the puzzles are free, with no ads and no account.
How many puzzles are there?
There are 40, including Bridges, Loopy, Mines, Net, Pattern, Solo and Untangle.
Can I play in my browser?
Yes. Every puzzle has a JavaScript version that runs in the browser.
Is there a Mac version?
Not any more. The author stopped building it, so Mac users can play the web version instead.