5 Beginner Puzzles for National Puzzle Day
If you need an extra push to jumpstart a new healthy habit, today (Jan. 29) is National Puzzle Day.
According to game manufacturer Madd Capp, solving puzzles has many benefits. Of course, it improves your memory, boosts your mood and increases your IQ, but did you know that it has long-term positive effects, such as delaying dementia and Alzheimer's?
You can never be too safe. So, start your journey with one of these five great, easy options for beginners.
New York Times Light and Easy Crossword Puzzles: $7.99
When you heard "puzzle," you probably thought we'd exclusively share jigsaw ones. Nope! "Unconventional" puzzles like crosswords have the same benefits for your brain. This one is good for light fun to get the gears in your brain turning and expand your vocabulary.
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Rubik's Mini: $7.99
The standard Rubik's Cube is ridiculously challenging. Even into adolescence and adulthood, we could never figure it out. However, they released a smaller version to help you understand the basics of the game. This three-dimensional square only has four tiles on each side—much less intense than your usual nine.
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Also read about: The Best Brain Games to Improve Your Mind
Educational Insights Kanoodle Brainteaser Puzzle: $9.97
You've probably seen someone mindlessly playing this game on your TikTok For You page. You have to fit these tiles into a perfect formation to leave no empty gaps. Imagine Tetris without the movement. You can work at your own pace or try to beat the clock as you advance.
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MasterPieces 200 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: $14.99
Of course, we still were going to include the classic jigsaw puzzle. These puzzles are versatile because of the number of tiles you can use. You can start with something simple, like 100 or 200, and work your way up to more than 1,000. Plus, we think they are one of the best activities you can do with friends.
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GiiKER Super Slide Puzzle Games: On Sale for $46.97
Speaking of TikTok puzzles, we see someone playing this interactive game nearly every day on a livestream. To solve the GiiKER, you must shuffle the board and match an image on the screen. You'll also get tons of ASMR from its relaxing clicking noise. Sounds like a good time to us!
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Are video games more your speed? Read HERE to discover six relaxing, cozy games for beginners.