After nearly two full days of note taking and digesting advanced research topics, I opted for a slight break for my brain. In a symposium entitled "Design of Mechanical Puzzles," various speakers ...

Ravensburger announced this week they have started a kids puzzle contest with the Puzzles Funds the Cure design contest. The contest itself will run from January 1st-30th, in partnership with the ...

In 2026, puzzle trends are merging emotional comfort with mental challenge, as gradient designs test focus and patience while nostalgic and personalized themes offer warmth and familiarity. From ...

[Kagen Sound] is a woodworker and artist who gives a great behind-the-scenes look at his amazingly high-quality puzzle boxes (video). Not only do his varied puzzle box designs show his math background ...

A belligerent student who threw his shoes at other children in a classroom turned out to be an unlikely inspiration for former-teacher-turned-entrepreneur Jane DiBridge. Several years ago, while ...

The design of puzzles in adventure games has dramatically changed; it has changed with player expectations and technology alike. Early titles, such as Myst from 1993, set the bar high when 70% of ...

Narrative puzzle design transforms problem-solving into a story-driven journey that heightens both challenge and emotional connection. From escape rooms to digital games, well-crafted puzzles feel ...

Cocoon is an absolute marvel of a puzzle game. It’s chock-full of puzzles that encourage “aha” moments due to their elegant presentation and intuitive design; the sheer simplicity of some of the ...