Digits for Web

Quick summary

Digits is a daily number puzzle from the New York Times family of microgames (alongside titles such as Wordle and Spelling Bee). Instead of letters, Digits challenges you to reach a target number using a small set of given values and basic arithmetic. The game is currently available in beta and releases five fresh puzzles each day.

How a round plays out

Each puzzle supplies a goal number plus several numeric tiles you can use. You combine those tiles with arithmetic to produce the target. Key rules and mechanics include:

• Multiplication and using product combos to change magnitude
• Division for reducing or refining intermediate results
• Addition to bring totals together
• Subtraction to remove or adjust quantities

After you solve one puzzle, you may proceed to the next and peek at the previous solution if desired.

Scoring, undo, and reveals

Digits grades each puzzle with up to three stars based on how you construct the solution. Keep the following in mind:

• Full three-star results are only achievable if you solve the puzzle without exposing the official answer.
• You can reverse moves as much as you like using the undo control.
• Revealing a solution ends the chance to earn the maximum star rating for that puzzle.

Difficulty and player experience

The puzzles range from approachable to quite demanding. Many solutions require experimenting with different operation orders and backtracking frequently, which makes the undo button especially useful. While solving can be satisfying, some rounds can feel frustrating when a path forward is not immediately obvious.

Availability and alternatives

Digits is playable in its beta form and refreshed daily with five new challenges. If you want other casual or puzzle experiences, consider exploring the New York Times mini-games lineup or widely popular match-and-connect titles like Candy Crush Saga.