Magic Square Puzzle — Make Every Line Equal

Play this free Magic Square puzzle. Arrange the numbers so that every row, column and both diagonals add up to the same magic total. Live line-sum hints turn green as you get each line right — can you solve the whole square?

How to play

1. Place each number into the grid so no number repeats.
2. Watch the row, column and diagonal sums — aim for the magic constant.
3. Press Check, or use a hint to reveal one correct cell.

What is a magic square?

A magic square is a grid where every row, column and diagonal share the same sum. For the numbers 1–9 in a 3×3 grid, that magic constant is 15. There are several valid solutions — any correct arrangement wins.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the magic constant for a 3×3 square?

Using 1–9, every row, column and diagonal must add to 15.

Is there only one solution?

There are eight arrangements (rotations and reflections). The game accepts any valid magic square.

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Does it give hints?

Yes — a hint reveals one correct cell, and the line sums turn green when correct.

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Looking to learn the math behind the game? Read the related lesson.

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