Pentominoe-Puzzle

Pentominoe-Puzzle

by Jens Hee

1 ratings
1 review

Archived App (Last seen on 18 Apr 2026)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 29, 2018
  • December 14, 2025
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This app solves pentomino puzzles using a specific algorithm. It offers a visual representation of the puzzle-solving process, with a deliberately slowed-down display for clarity.

Solves 6 pentominoes puzzles
Uses Donald Knuth's Algorithm X
Slowed-down display for clarity
Visual puzzle-solving representation
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What's New in Pentominoe

7.0

December 14, 2025

New age rating

User reviews

Doesn’t work

This app doesn’t work. It let’s me load the configuration but I can’t do anything beyond that.

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FAQ

What is Pentominoe-Puzzle?

Pentominoe-Puzzle is a free application that solves six different pentomino puzzles. It utilizes Donald Knuth's Algorithm X for its solving capabilities.

What is Algorithm X?

Algorithm X is an efficient method for solving exact cover problems, which is applied in Pentominoe-Puzzle to find solutions for the pentomino configurations.

Why is the display slowed down in Pentominoe-Puzzle?

The display is deliberately slowed down to allow users to better observe and understand the step-by-step process of the algorithm solving the pentomino puzzles.

What devices support Pentominoe-Puzzle?

Pentominoe-Puzzle is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

What is the age rating for Pentominoe-Puzzle?

Pentominoe-Puzzle has an age rating of 9+, indicating it is suitable for users aged nine and older.

How often is Pentominoe-Puzzle updated?

The latest version, 7.0, was updated on December 14, 2025, suggesting a relatively active development cycle for the application.

Does Pentominoe-Puzzle have ads?

No, Pentominoe-Puzzle does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

What is the user feedback on Pentominoe-Puzzle?

Based on the available data, Pentominoe-Puzzle has received one rating of 1.0 stars, suggesting potential areas for improvement based on user experience.