Logic · Connection
Bridges
Build bridges to match the island numbers and connect them all.
About Bridges
Bridges (Hashiwokakero) is a connection puzzle: build horizontal and vertical bridges between islands so that each island has as many bridges as its number. Bridges cannot cross, at most two can join the same pair of islands, and all islands must end up connected.
Play a new daily puzzle every day, or pick Easy, Medium or Hard in practice mode for unlimited puzzles.
How to play
- The number on an island is the total number of bridges attached to it.
- Bridges run horizontally or vertically, at most 2 between any two islands.
- Bridges cannot cross each other or pass over islands.
- All islands must end up connected into one group.
You can also tap two islands in turn. Islands with the right count change color.
Drag from one island to another to build a bridge; repeat to cycle single → double → none.
Tips & strategies
- An island with 1 and only one neighbor must connect to it.
- Islands in corners with high numbers often need double bridges.
- Avoid closing off a small group — everything must stay connected.
FAQ
How do you play Bridges?
The number on an island is the total number of bridges attached to it. Bridges run horizontally or vertically, at most 2 between any two islands. Bridges cannot cross each other or pass over islands. All islands must end up connected into one group.
Is there a new Bridges puzzle every day?
Yes. A new daily puzzle arrives at midnight (your local time) and everyone gets the same one. Missed days can be played from the archive.
Do I need to sign up or install anything?
No. Daily Brain runs in your browser. You can add it to your home screen and it keeps working offline after the first visit. Progress is stored only on your device.
Are there difficulty levels and hints?
Practice mode offers Easy, Medium and Hard with unlimited new puzzles. Hints are available when you get stuck and are recorded in your result.