Arrow Out Game: Get Every Arrow Out

"Arrow out" is a simple name for a simple goal: get each arrow out of the grid. Every arrow can only travel the way it points, so the whole puzzle is about choosing who leaves first. Our board is built on exactly that idea, and you can play it online right here.

What makes a game "arrow out"

• Every piece is an arrow with one fixed direction.
• A piece moves only along that direction, never sideways or back.
• An arrow gets out when its path to the edge is empty.
• You win when nothing is left on the board.

There is no timer to fight in the rules above and no luck involved. Every board can be read before you make a move, which is why these puzzles feel calm and fair.

Thinking in exits, not moves

The useful habit is to look at the board from the edge inward. Ask which arrows already have a clear way out, then ask which arrows will get a clear way out once those are gone. It's a little like leaving a crowded parking lot: the cars nearest the exit go first, and each one that pulls away frees up someone else.

Play an arrow out game online

You don't need an app. Open the game on a phone, tablet or computer and start tapping. If you want one fresh board each day, try the Daily puzzle. New to the rules? How to play covers them in two minutes.

FAQ

What is an arrow out game?

A puzzle where each arrow slides in the direction it points, and your job is to get every arrow out of the board in a working order.

Can I play an arrow out game online for free without downloading?

Yes. arrowsgame.org runs in your browser, so there is nothing to install.

Is arrow out the same as arrow escape?

They describe the same kind of puzzle with different words. See our Arrow escape page for more on that angle.

What do I do when I'm stuck?

Go back to the edges and look for any arrow with an empty line in front of it. Clearing one usually opens the next.