Move the match
About Move the match: Logic Puzzles with Mathematical Expressions
Move the match is a logic puzzle game built around solving mathematical expressions by repositioning matchsticks. The challenge is straightforward in concept but genuinely stretches logical thinking and mathematical skills as the difficulty climbs. Puzzles are organized into categories of varying difficulty, so the experience scales from approachable to demanding. Several scenes show a background that shifts from purple at the top to light green at the bottom.
How to Play Move the match: Select a Category and Correct the Equation
Select a category, then drag sticks to make the math equation correct. The game is divided into three modes and four expression categories, each targeting a different level of challenge.
Game Modes
- Drag one stick to make the math equation correct
- Drag two matches
- Add the right amount of matches
Expression Categories
- Simple actions: addition and subtraction
- Multiplication table
- Double expressions
- All in one: all math operations
Beginners will find it easiest to start with categories that require moving just one matchstick. More experienced players will find the two-matchstick modes more engaging. The "Add the right amount of matches" mode is distinct in that a single mathematical problem can have several different valid solutions.
Controls
- Drag: Move a matchstick to a new position to correct the equation
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