Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection

You play a collection of small logical puzzles on desktop or in the browser.

Open source · Windows · Linux · Web

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This collection contains several single puzzles with a sober operation. You can play on Windows and Unix; web versions offer an alternative without installation.

The maker no longer delivers actual own Mac build. Choose the web version on Mac or check a separately maintained port.

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Each puzzle has its own rules, but the emphasis is on logical conclusions. Start with a simple format to learn how to operate and then increase the challenge. Try to support a choice instead of just clicking off possibilities.

The different versions may have a different operation or release planning. The browser version is useful to get to know; a local version can be more pleasant for regular use. Check with a download which platform and port you choose.

Version and updates

For Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection, check the version number of the release you are actually installing. The versions for Windows, Linux, Web do not have to run the same.

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Software	What can it do?	Platform and licence
Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle CollectionYou are viewing this app	You get many different logical puzzles in one collection. You can switch between puzzle rules without installing a separate app for each type.	Windows, Linux, WebOpen source
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Who is it for?

You're looking for logical puzzles for in-between.

Getting started

Open the official download page of Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection and choose the execution for your device.

Privacy

Desktop games run locally; web usage runs through the project site.

Good to know

Sober presentation. No current official Mac build.

Please note

Check the origin of any unofficial ports.

Advantages

Lots of puzzle types Short play sessions Web versions available

Things to consider

Sober presentation No current official Mac build

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Official download page

Provider’s website · www.chiark.greenend.org.uk

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Our verdict

The collection fits if you are looking for content puzzles without a large game installation. Try multiple types: the rules vary greatly and one favourite can last a long time. Use the explanation per game instead of expecting all signs to work the same. The simple form keeps the attention to logic.