Patches Game — Free Daily Rectangle Logic Puzzle

The free LinkedIn-inspired rectangle logic puzzle. Fill the grid, match the shapes, beat the clock.
New daily puzzles at midnight UTC — every grid size, every day.

Daily Challenge

4×4Beginner
⭐ 30s for 3 stars▶ Play now
5×5Warm-up
⭐ 45s for 3 stars▶ Play now
6×6Classic
⭐ 60s for 3 stars▶ Play now
7×7Standard
⭐ 90s for 3 stars▶ Play now
8×8Challenge
⭐ 120s for 3 stars▶ Play now
9×9Expert
⭐ 180s for 3 stars▶ Play now
10×10Marathon
⭐ 240s for 3 stars▶ Play now
12×12Grandmaster
⭐ 360s for 3 stars▶ Play now
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Why Patches Game?

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Handcrafted by Our Engine

Every puzzle is generated by our proprietary algorithm and validated to have exactly one unique, logically deducible solution. No random grids — each board is crafted for a satisfying solve.

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Daily Puzzles for Every Size

New puzzles at midnight UTC for all 8 grid sizes — from beginner 4×4 to grandmaster 12×12.

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Leaderboards & Streaks

Compete for the fastest solve time. Track your streak and climb the global leaderboard.

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Star Ratings & XP

Earn 1-3 stars on every puzzle. Gain XP, level up, and unlock achievements.

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Speed Run Mode

Race through 5 puzzles back-to-back. Track total time and compete for the best score.

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4 Difficulty Levels

From Easy to Expert. Control how challenging each puzzle is — perfect for beginners and pros.

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Play Anywhere

Works beautifully on phone, tablet, and desktop. Touch-optimized for mobile play.

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Free to Play

No subscriptions, no paywalls. Just pure puzzle fun — no catches.

How It Works

Three simple rules — one satisfying puzzle experience.

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Read the Clues

Each cell has a number (area) and shape icon (square, wide, tall, or any).

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Draw Rectangles

Drag to draw a rectangle. It must match the clue's size and shape.

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Fill Every Cell

Cover the entire grid with no gaps and no overlaps. That's it!

📖 Full Guide & Tips

The Free LinkedIn Patches Alternative

Love the LinkedIn Patches puzzle but want more? Patches Game is the free, unlimited alternative — inspired by the same Shikaku (divide by box) rectangle logic puzzle that LinkedIn popularised. The goal is simple: partition the grid into non-overlapping rectangles, ensuring each piece contains exactly one clue that dictates its area and shape.

What sets Patches Game apart is our proprietary puzzle generation engine. Every single puzzle on this platform is handcrafted by our algorithm and rigorously validated to guarantee exactly one unique, logically deducible solution. No guessing, no random grids — just pure, satisfying logic.

We built this platform to provide a premium, uninterrupted experience. Whether you're warming up with a quick 4×4 board on your phone or tackling a grandmaster 12×12 marathon on your desktop, the interface adapts seamlessly.

Looking to improve your solve times? Check out our strategy guide for tips on recognizing patterns. As you get faster, track your progress on the global leaderboard, try our speed run mode, or read more about our project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patches Game the same as LinkedIn Patches?

Patches Game is a free, unlimited alternative inspired by LinkedIn Patches. You get 8 grid sizes, daily challenges, leaderboards, and 35 achievements — all completely free with no login required.

Is there only one solution per board?

Yes. Our generation engine guarantees that every single configuration has exactly one unique, logically deducible answer. No guessing is ever required.

What does the 'any' shape mean?

When a clue shows a generic dotted square instead of a specific orientation (like wide or tall), it means you can draw any valid rectangle that equals that number. For instance, a '4' could be 1×4, 4×1, or 2×2.

Do I need to create an account to play?

Not at all. You can enjoy unlimited practice runs and daily challenges entirely as a guest. However, creating a free account allows you to permanently save your streaks, earn XP, and unlock badges across different devices.

When do new challenges appear?

Fresh boards for all 8 sizes are published automatically at exactly midnight Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

Still have questions? Feel free to contact us.