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Nonogram

Use the number clues to paint the hidden picture.

🧠 Logic & Brain 1 3–20 min
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About Nonogram

Free nonogram puzzles, also called Picross, Griddlers or paint-by-numbers. The numbers beside each row and above each column give the runs of filled squares in that line. Combine them to work out which cells are filled and reveal a hidden picture. Every puzzle can be solved with pure logic, line by line, from quick 5×5 grids to 15×15 challenges.

How to play Nonogram

  1. Each clue lists the runs of filled cells in that row or column, in order. '3 1' means three filled, a gap, then one filled.
  2. Tap or drag to fill cells. Switch to Cross (or right-click) to mark cells you know are empty.
  3. Clues turn grey when their line matches.
  4. Fill every cell of the picture to win.

Tips and strategy

  • Start with big clues: a 7 in a 10-wide row always fills the middle four cells.
  • A 0 clue means the whole line is empty.
  • Cross out cells as you rule them out; it makes the next deduction easier.

Nonogram FAQ

Is this the same as Picross?

Yes, Picross is a brand name for nonograms. These puzzles are original and generated for OFF PLAY.

Will I ever have to guess?

No. Every puzzle is checked so it can be solved one line at a time with logic alone, which also means it has exactly one answer.

Is Nonogram free to play?

Yes. Nonogram is free in your browser on OFF PLAY, with nothing to download or install.

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