Magic Square
Place every number once so each row, column and diagonal has the same total.
About Magic Square
Complete a magic square: use each number from 1 to 9 (3×3) or 1 to 16 (4×4) exactly once so every row, column and both diagonals add up to the magic total, 15 or 34. Live sums beside each line turn green when they're right. A gentle 3×3 start, then 4×4 puzzles that reward real number sense.
How to play Magic Square
- Tap an empty cell, then tap a number from the tray.
- Each number can be used once; using it again moves it.
- Every row, column and both diagonals must reach the magic total.
- Sums beside each line turn green when correct.
Tips and strategy
- In a 3×3 square the centre is always 5.
- Opposite cells through the centre of a 3×3 add to 10.
- In 4×4 squares, the four corners also add up to 34.
Magic Square FAQ
Does every puzzle have one answer?
Yes. Each puzzle is generated fresh and checked by a solver, so there is exactly one solution and you never need to guess.
What is the magic total?
n × (n² + 1) ÷ 2: 15 for 3×3 and 34 for 4×4.
Is Magic Square free to play?
Yes. Magic Square is free in your browser on OFF PLAY, with nothing to download or install.
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