Math Matchsticks
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About Math Matchsticks
The equation on screen is wrong, and it is built from matchsticks. Math Matchsticks asks you to fix it by moving one single stick, which is far trickier than it sounds.
Sometimes a plus becomes a minus, sometimes a seven turns into a nine, and sometimes the answer you need is hiding in the digits on the other side of the equals sign. A few puzzles even have more than one valid solution. With 100 levels that grow harder step by step, it is a neat blend of arithmetic and visual lateral thinking. It works with a mouse or touch and rewards patience far more than speed.
Game details
| Genre | Puzzle |
|---|---|
| Controls | Mouse or touch |
| Platform | Browser, phone and tablet |
| Cost | Free, no download |
| Screen | 1150 x 920 px |
How to play Math Matchsticks
- Read the equation shown in matchsticks and check why it is wrong.
- Click or tap a matchstick and move it to a new spot.
- Move exactly one stick so the equation becomes correct.
- Solve it to unlock the next of the 100 levels.
Tips for Math Matchsticks
- Check which digits can change by moving one stick, such as turning a 6 into a 5.
- Also look at the operators; a plus can shed a stick and become a minus.
- If nothing works, test the answer side of the equation instead of the left.
Frequently asked questions
Is Math Matchsticks free to play?
Yes. Math Matchsticks is free, runs in your browser, needs no download and has no sign-up.
How many matchsticks can I move in Math Matchsticks?
Exactly one in each puzzle. You move that single stick so the equation turns out correct.
How many levels does Math Matchsticks have?
It has 100 levels, and the difficulty rises gradually as you advance, so you need to think harder and stay patient.
More to play: Puzzle games · Boys games · Brain games · Casual games · Math games
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