How to Play Zip Game
Learn the rules, master the number path puzzle, and discover winning strategies for every grid size.
The Rules
Zip is a number path puzzle where you connect numbered cells in sequence while filling every space on the grid. Here's how to solve each puzzle:
- 1Start on cell 1 — Begin your path on the cell marked with the number 1.
- 2Draw through adjacent cells — Move up, down, left, or right. Diagonal moves are not allowed.
- 3Visit numbers in sequence — Pass through numbered cells in order: 1 → 2 → 3 and so on.
- 4Fill every cell — Your path must visit every cell on the grid exactly once.
- 5Avoid walls — Thick borders between cells are walls. Plan your route around them.
- 6Pass through waypoints — Cells marked with dots are waypoints. Your path must include all of them.
- 7End on the final number — Complete your path by reaching the highest numbered cell.
Pro Tips
Strategies to help you solve puzzles faster
Plan from both ends
Look at where 1 starts and where the final number ends. Plan your route to connect them through all cells.
Watch for dead ends
Walls can create corners. Make sure you don't trap yourself — check that cells remain reachable.
Visit waypoints early
The dots (waypoints) are mandatory. Plan to hit them while the path is still flexible.
Use drag for speed
Click and drag to draw quickly through multiple cells in one motion.
Undo freely
Click the second-to-last cell or use Undo to step back. Don't be afraid to backtrack!
Look for forced paths
Sometimes a cell only has one possible neighbor. Start with these obvious moves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zip Game Unlimited the same as LinkedIn Zip?
No. LinkedIn Zip is LinkedIn's own daily game at linkedin.com/games/zip and requires a LinkedIn account. Zip Game Unlimited is an independent, free-to-play site built around the same puzzle rules.
Do I need to sign up to play?
No signup, no email, no download. The site runs in any modern browser and saves your progress locally on your device.
How do I play Zip Game?
Start on the cell marked 1, drag a single continuous path through the numbered cells in order, and finish when every cell on the grid is part of your path. Walls block your path where they appear.
Can I play past daily Zip puzzles?
Yes. Every past daily puzzle is in our archive. LinkedIn's own daily game has no archive, but ours does — replay any puzzle you missed.
What's the difference between Daily, Unlimited, and Progressive modes?
Daily is one shared puzzle per day that everyone sees. Unlimited generates new puzzles on demand at any grid size from 6×6 to 12×12. Progressive starts easy and ramps up the difficulty as you climb.
What grid sizes can I play?
Zip Game Unlimited supports grid sizes from 6×6 up to 12×12. Start with 6×6 if you're new and work up to larger grids as you get faster.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. The game is built for touch controls — drag your finger across cells to draw a path. It also works offline once the site has loaded.
Ready to Play?
Now that you know the rules, put your skills to the test with today's puzzle!
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