# 15 Puzzle Challenge. — Classic sliding tiles game

> Classic 15-piece sliding tile puzzle game with global multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Forsbit LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/15-puzzle-challenge/id416789249 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Forsbit LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/949205633)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,379 App Store ratings · 94 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 105 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), French (France), Japanese
- Released: 2011-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/15-puzzle-challenge/id416789249/reviews.md

## What is 15 Puzzle Challenge.?

Do you think you are smart enough??? Then try and win in the ultimate 15 Puzzle Challenge! Become the ONLY master of the classic puzzle game!

Invented more than 100 years ago this simple puzzle game is also known as Gem Puzzle, Boss Puzzle, Game of Fifteen or Mystic Square.  The object of the puzzle is to place the numbered tiles in order in a 4x4 square by making sliding moves that use the empty space.

15 Puzzle Challenge is offering you great chance to refresh your skills in the well-known puzzle game. All of us used to play it once…but everything has changed since then. With 15 Puzzle Challenge you can play on your iPhone or iPad and compete against anyone around the globe. Use Game Center to challenge your friends or random players. The competition is really tough and without the practice you won’t make it. Play more games, open all achievements and become #1!

Don’t forget to tell your friends how good you are - share your personal results on Facebook, Twitter or via email.

And remember “Once a winner, always a winner"!!!

Features:
• Challenging gameplay and classic look
• Multiplayer mode - play against your Game Center friends
• Unique Achievements
• Global Leaderboards
• Share your result on Facebook, Twitter or via email

## Key features

- Classic 15-piece sliding tile puzzle
- Multiplayer mode via Game Center
- Global leaderboards
- Unique achievements
- Social media sharing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Turn Ads off | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of 15 Puzzle Challenge.?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Smooth and responsive tile movements
- 🧠 Challenging brain exercise
- 🕰️ Ability to track personal best times

**Cons**

- 🔍 Leaderboard scores seem inaccurate
- 🔀 Accidental swipes leading to home screen
- 📺 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game screen not loading properly on iPad
- Tile sliding not registering properly at times
- High scores being deleted after updates

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to track number of times completed
- Introduce new puzzle modes like spirals or descending patterns
- Allow customization of tile colors and themes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 94)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/15-puzzle-challenge/id416789249/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Good Puzzle Game

*2025-12-10, version 3.0.7*

I opted to purchase the AD REMOVAL and now I am unable to access the game. It’s just a screen with a green figured background. I have written to app support . I have not received any feedback on this issue.

### 1/5 — Ad length ruined the app

*2025-10-23*

Now get ads after every completion, it takes me 30 seconds to solve and 2 minutes to play again. I’ve been using this app for very many years and will have to find a new one due to the obscene amount of time spent watching ads instead of playing the game.

### 4/5 — Great game. Just too many ads.

*2025-10-07*

This is a great game. The only flaw is the ads. 
But overall, get this game.

### 2/5 — Too much ads

*2024-12-01*

The game is good but after each time you complete a puzzle there’s a 15-30 second add. It’s a good game but just put less ads

### 2/5 — Ads ads ads ads

*2024-07-21, version 3.0.7*

You can find the same with no ads

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work on iPad

*2024-03-28*

This app still does not load the game screen on iPad, and you still cannot challenge friends, even though there is a badge for it. 

Poorly designed.

### 4/5 — Smooth moves. Eye-pleasing tiles

*2023-05-31, version 3.0.5*

I like the feel of the game. Tiles move with easy touch.

### 5/5 — Review

*2023-04-01, version 3.0.5*

Fast fingers go brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

### 2/5 — More of an Ad than a Game

*2023-02-25*

For such a simple puzzle game you wouldn’t think you’d need to be drowning in ads. Deleted after one round.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2022-04-23*

One of my favourite games to play.

## Frequently asked questions about 15 Puzzle Challenge.

### What is the 15 Puzzle Challenge?

15 Puzzle Challenge is a digital version of the classic sliding tile puzzle, also known as the Gem Puzzle or Mystic Square. The objective is to arrange numbered tiles in a 4x4 grid into sequential order by sliding them into the single empty space.

### How do I play 15 Puzzle Challenge?

You play by tapping or sliding the numbered tiles to move them into the empty space. The goal is to arrange all the tiles from 1 to 15 in order, with the empty space typically at the end.

### Can I play against other people?

Yes, the app features a multiplayer mode that allows you to challenge your Game Center friends or random players from around the globe. This adds a competitive element to the classic puzzle.

### Is 15 Puzzle Challenge free to play?

The app is free to download and play, but it does include in-app purchases and advertisements. You can enjoy the core gameplay for free, with options to enhance your experience or remove ads.

### What devices is 15 Puzzle Challenge compatible with?

The app is designed to be played on iPhones and iPads, leveraging Game Center for its multiplayer and leaderboards features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.9 — 2025-12-29

Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.0.7 — 2024-04-18

Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.0.6 — 2024-01-29

Minor bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.5 — 2022-02-01

Minor bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.4 — 2021-11-01

Minor bug fixes and performance improvements

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