Sokoban: a free puzzle game for kids aged 7+

Sokoban, “warehouse keeper”, was made in Japan in 1982. Push every wooden crate onto a marked spot. You can only push, never pull, so think before you move.

What children learn

  • Planning ahead: Think a few moves ahead before you move.
  • Logical reasoning: Rule things out until only one answer is left.
  • Persistence: Try, check and change your mind.
  • Working memory: Remember which pushes can’t be undone.

Levels

  • Beginner, ages 7+
  • Intermediate, ages 8+
  • Pro, ages 10+
  • Hacker, ages 12+
  • Demon, ages 13+

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