Playing guide
These options and rules describe the current JoyPip version. Choose a mode above before starting; rules are also available during play.
Step-by-step examples
Select a step to see what changes. These are partial examples, not full starting positions.
Detailed rules and controls
Controls
- Drag a car along its length; when you let go, it stops on the nearest space.
- Tap a car to select it, then tap a space inside the dotted outline. When a hint is showing, tap the glowing car to make that move.
- Keyboard: Tab selects a car, the arrow keys move it one space along its length, and Esc cancels the selection.
Moves and hints
- Moves are counted the same way as the minimum: driving one car to any place it can reach is 1 move.
- Restart takes you back to the start of the level and resets the move count; Undo only takes back moves in the current level.
- A level where you used a hint doesn't count toward your best record on this device.
Frequently asked questions
How many moves is it to move the same car twice in a row?
A vertical car blocks the red car. You drive it down one space, see that isn't enough, and drive it down one more: you moved the same car twice in a row, so it counts as 1 move. If you move another car in between, moving it again is a new move. The minimum is counted the same way, so plan ahead and drive each car to its spot in one go.
Do I need a download or a linked email?
Play directly in your browser without a download. Linking email is an optional way to recover your account. Before clearing browser data, consider whether you need to keep your account or local records.
Do matches earn or spend coins?
Earn coins by checking in and spend them on cosmetics. Matches never cost or award coins.
