Nonogram

The picture logic puzzle (Picross)

🖼️ Use the number clues to fill the right squares and reveal a hidden picture!

Logic · Ages 8+

Like every game on iplay.free, Nonogram is completely free — no ads, no sign-up, and no downloads. It runs right in your browser, so there's nothing to install and nothing to buy. With no ads and no account, it's safe to hand to a child and easy to pick up any time.

How to play Nonogram

• Goal: Fill in the right squares to match the number clues and reveal the hidden picture.
• How to play: The numbers beside each row and column tell you the lengths of the filled runs in that line, in order. Tap to fill a square; switch to ❌ Mark mode to cross out squares you know are empty.
• Win: Fill exactly the squares the clues describe — the picture appears!

Game modes

Pick the level that suits you — Nonogram offers 3 ways to play:

• Easy
• Medium
• Hard

Bigger grids reveal bigger pictures!

Skills you'll practise

logical deduction, pattern recognition, problem solving.

Did you know?

🖼️ Nonograms were invented in Japan in 1987 by Non Ishida — that's why they're also called "Picross" and "Hanjie"!

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What devices and browsers work?

Any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge — on a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop, including school Chromebooks.