Equation

Equation is a free daily math equation guessing game. Find the hidden sum like 12+35=47 in six tries using colored tile clues. Replay past equations anytime.

Find the hidden calculation, such as 12+35=47, using colored clues. Every guess must be a true equation.

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How to play

Enter an eight-character equation that is true, like 12+35=47. Green tiles are in the right spot, purple tiles are in the answer but elsewhere, and black tiles are not in the answer. You have six tries.

Frequently asked questions

What order are the operations worked out in?

Multiplication and division happen before addition and subtraction. The right side of = is a single whole number. Swapped terms such as 20+10=30 instead of 10+20=30 are accepted as correct.

Is Equation free to play?

Yes. Equation is free in any modern browser, with no download and no account needed. An optional account keeps your progress across devices.

When is there a new Equation puzzle?

A new daily challenge starts at midnight UTC and everyone gets the same one. Practice mode has extra rounds whenever you want more.

Can I play past Equation puzzles?

Yes. The Equation archive lists every past daily puzzle by month. Archive games are practice: they don’t earn coins or count for leaderboards.

Past puzzles

Play past Equation puzzles · Equation answers

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