# Y-Tiles

> Classic sliding tile puzzle game with numbered grids or custom photos. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris Yunker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/y-tiles/id307222601 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris Yunker](https://appshunter.io/developer/307222604)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-03-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/y-tiles/id307222601/reviews.md

## What is Y?

Y-Tiles is an iPhone version of the classic handheld Fifteen Puzzle tile game. The goal is to unscramble a grid of shuffled tiles using the touchscreen. The tiles can be either a numbered grid or an iPhone photo.

Features:

- Tile board can be numbered grid, photo, or both
- Use photo from camera, library, or included selection
- Configurable grid from [3 x 3] to [6 x 6]
- Shake iPhone to re-scramble the tile board

## Key features

- Numbered grid or photo tiles
- Use photos from camera or library
- Adjustable grid sizes (3x3 to 6x6)
- Shake to re-scramble
- Classic Fifteen Puzzle gameplay

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/y-tiles/id307222601/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Sometimes un-solvable

*2011-05-07, version 1.1*

Like in the previous review it occasionally creates an un-solvable puzzle. Aside from that great app! Would like to see the option of timing each solve.

### 2/5 — Jumble problem

*2010-12-03, version 0*

Sometimes the puzzle jumbles into an un-solvable puzzle (I do know that it wasn't me) it's just like when someone peels a few stickers off the rubix cube.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2010-04-28, version 0*

I used to play these as a kid. Allowing you to use you own pics is a cool feature. Excellent!

### 5/5 — Simple and Great!

*2010-02-08, version 0*

The fact that this app is free and you can use photos from the Camera Roll make it a must have.

### 5/5 — Awesome!!!

*2009-06-10*

i LOVE that i can use my own photos to play this game, i've always enjoyed slider games anyway, but being able to use pics of my kids and family- what a great concept!!! It works great too, though i wish it would hold my place, i am interrupted quite frequently with 4 kids still running around here!

### 4/5 — Best 15 style puzzle game

*2009-06-08*

I must say I had downloaded so many of these apps until I found this great game with every feature I wanted. Yeah,  it has the standard numbered tiles sizeable from 3x3 up to 6x6 including the option to play with default pic or use photo in your library or take a picture.  The five stars is because during a game, pressing photo gives you a quick peek at your image and the best feature of all is being able to change settings to include little numbers in corner of your pictured tiles!  Let's face it, lots of pictures have big areas which are solid (i.e. landscape shots, close-ups) and when divided for bigger boards you get more than 1 tile which looks exactly the same. Of course settings can be saved along with your game if you get a call or if you close the app. Add in the fact that it's FREE and you can see why i gave it 5 stars!

## Frequently asked questions about Y

### What is Y-Tiles?

Y-Tiles is a digital version of the classic Fifteen Puzzle game. It allows you to solve sliding tile puzzles using numbered grids or your own personal photos.

### Can I use my own pictures in Y-Tiles?

Yes, you can use photos from your iPhone's camera roll or library to create custom tile puzzles. You can also use included photo selections.

### What grid sizes does Y-Tiles support?

Y-Tiles offers configurable grid sizes ranging from a 3x3 arrangement up to a 6x6 grid, providing varying levels of challenge.

### How do I re-scramble the tiles in Y-Tiles?

You can easily re-scramble the tile board by simply shaking your iPhone. This feature allows for quick resets and new puzzle attempts.

### Is Y-Tiles available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Y-Tiles is an iPhone version and is supported on iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Y-Tiles updated?

The latest version of Y-Tiles is 3.3, and it was last updated on July 28, 2025. This indicates a recent update.

### What is the age rating for Y-Tiles?

Y-Tiles has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### Does Y-Tiles have ads?

No, Y-Tiles does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted puzzle-solving experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2025-07-28

- Fixed issues with using custom photos

### 3.2 — 2025-07-26

- Added support for iPad
- Updated stock photos

### 3.1 — 2025-07-25

- Updated UI
- New stock images

### 3.0 — 2025-07-11

Updated to run on iOS 18.

### 2.0 — 2016-01-29

Update for iOS 9

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All apps by Chris Yunker: https://appshunter.io/developer/307222604

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