Matte Games

A little practice. A little progress.

Learn a little. Play a little better.

Original guides, worked examples and printable puzzles for your next quiet game.

How to play 2048

See verified merge examples, learn how direction changes a row and practice on classic 4×4.

Minesweeper for beginners

Read numbers, prove safe moves and know when a flag is only a guess.

Print the daily Sudoku

The same dated 9×9 puzzle as the online game, with a separate answer page.

Solitaire strategy

See which moves uncover cards and preserve useful choices.

Draw 1 vs Draw 3

Understand the waste pile and choose your Klondike rules.

Sudoku solving techniques

Learn candidates, singles and the next logical steps.

Printable beginner Sudoku

Six original puzzles in three sizes, with answers.

Put the idea into practice

Read at your own pace, then try a real board. Solitaire and Sudoku include Undo so you can revisit a decision. Sudoku hints explain a deduction before you choose to apply it.

Try the interactive Sudoku lessons or choose a daily game from the archive.