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1-bit grid of tiles showing a mounted knight, a dragon and a gem

Sir Tiles Solves a Problem

Swap tiles to corner a dragon in a crisp 1-bit chain-reaction puzzler.

by Berzee

What is Sir Tiles Solves a Problem?

Why Sir Tiles Solves a Problem is on Unfound

Rated 4.7 from 27 ratings on itch.io and a top post of the past year on r/WebGames; commenters praise its retro look, sound and responsive controls.

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Highlights

  • Chain reactions between neighbouring tiles
  • Undo, restart and optional star objectives
  • Colour-blind friendly, high-contrast 1-bit art

Keep in mind

  • Under an hour to finish (one player reported about 47 minutes)
  • Later levels pile on obstacles, which one commenter found less fun

About Sir Tiles Solves a Problem

Every move swaps Sir Tiles with an adjacent tile, and the board responds as tiles interact with their neighbours in chains that grow more intricate as you progress. Undo and restart are a keypress away, and optional objectives earn stars that unlock further levels.

Read the full description

The black-and-white pixel art, sound and snappy controls make it an easy recommendation for anyone who likes compact, thoughtful puzzlers. Collecting every bonus star unlocks a secret.

Sir Tiles Solves a Problem FAQ

Is Sir Tiles Solves a Problem free?

Yes. It's free to play in the browser on itch.io.

Can I play Sir Tiles on my phone?

Yes. Version 1.1 added swipe and tap controls for mobile.

How long is Sir Tiles Solves a Problem?

Most players should finish in under an hour; one commenter took about 47 minutes.

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