List of puzzle video games

This is a partial list of notable puzzle video games, sorted by general category.

See also: List of maze video games
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Tile matching
Main article: Tile-matching video game

Tile-matching video games are a type of puzzle video game where the player manipulates tiles in order to make them disappear according to a matching criterion. There are a great number of variations on this theme.

Falling block puzzles

Puzzle pieces advance into the play area from one or more edges, typically falling into the play area from above. Player must match or arrange individual pieces to achieve the particular objectives defined by each game.

Advancing blocks puzzles

Block-shaped puzzle pieces advance onto the board from one or more edges (i.e. top, bottom, or sides). The player tries to prevent the blocks from reaching the opposite edge of the playing area.

Other matching puzzles

Logic puzzles

Hidden object

Obstacle course navigation

Single character control

Multiple character control

Lemmings series

Construction

Algorithmic

Multiple puzzle types

Collections

Other

References
  1. Howitt, Grant (December 20, 2013). "Pretentious Game". Pocket Gamer. Retrieved January 29, 2019.
  2. "Finals". Next Generation. No. 5. Imagine Media. May 1995. p. 95.
  3. "Finals". Next Generation. No. 5. Imagine Media. May 1995. p. 94.
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