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Dive into our world of puzzle creation, game development insights, and the joy of problem-solving.

The Quiet Satisfaction of Proof

February 21, 20266 min read

Every number you place in a logic puzzle is not a guess. It is a proof. And that feeling of certainty is rarer than you think.

The Universe Is a Logic Puzzle

February 17, 20267 min read

Galaxies, atoms, and Sudoku grids have more in common than you think. The universe runs on constraints — and so do the best puzzles.

How Puzzles Train Your Brain to See Patterns

February 14, 20266 min read

The more puzzles you solve, the more your brain learns to spot hidden structures — and that skill transfers far beyond the grid.

The Beauty of Elimination

February 12, 20266 min read

The most powerful move in a logic puzzle is not placing the right answer. It is crossing out what cannot be true.

The Lost Art of Thinking Slowly

February 10, 20266 min read

In a world built for speed, logic puzzles ask you to do something radical: take your time.

Why Simpler Rules Make Better Puzzles

February 8, 20266 min read

The best logic puzzles are not the ones with the most rules. They are the ones where a handful of constraints create surprising depth.

Logic Puzzles vs. Word Puzzles: Which Should You Play?

February 4, 20266 min read

Crosswords and Sudoku both call themselves puzzles, but they exercise different mental muscles. Here is how to choose.

Pencil Marks: The Secret Weapon of Expert Solvers

February 1, 20265 min read

The difference between struggling and solving often comes down to notation. Here is how experts keep track of what they know.

The Science Behind the "Aha" Moment

January 30, 20266 min read

That sudden flash of insight when a puzzle clicks is more than just satisfying — it is your brain at its best.

Understanding Puzzle Difficulty (And How to Choose the Right Level)

January 29, 20267 min read

Difficulty is more than grid size. Learn what makes a puzzle harder and how to pick the best level for your mood.

How to Build a Daily Puzzle Habit That Sticks

January 27, 20266 min read

Small routines beat big bursts. Here is a practical, low-friction way to turn puzzle solving into a daily ritual.

How We Ensure Every Puzzle Has a Unique Solution

January 25, 20267 min read

A behind-the-scenes look at the checks, tests, and design rules we use to guarantee fair, satisfying logic puzzles.

Why One Solution Is Great Puzzle Design

January 23, 20266 min read

A single valid solution makes puzzles fair, teachable, and satisfying. Here is why uniqueness matters and how designers achieve it.

Designing Holiday themed puzzles

December 27, 20256 min read

How we built Spooktober for Crowns: a seasonal event with its own leaderboard, bespoke puzzles, and an emoji-first design language that made every deduction feel like a tiny story.

Our New Streamlined Blogging System: Powered by Markdown!

May 10, 20254 min read

We've upgraded our blog! Discover how we're now using a dynamic Markdown-based system for faster, easier content creation and what it means for you.

Top 10 Must-Try Logic Puzzle Games for Enthusiasts

May 8, 20257 min read

Discover our list of the top 10 logic puzzle games that will challenge your mind, including favorites like The Talos Principle, Baba Is You, and our own unique offerings.

Top 10 Things to Consider When Designing Levels for Logic Puzzle Games

March 22, 20258 min read

Creating engaging and well-balanced levels for logic puzzle games is both an art and a science. Whether you're designing levels for Sudoku, Binary Sudoku, or other logic puzzles, these key considerations will help you craft experiences that challenge and delight players.