What you do
The board is a grid of dots with lines lying on it, each with an arrowhead at one end. Tap an arrow and it moves head first: the head goes straight the way it points and the rest of the line follows it like a train on rails. If the path in front of the head is empty all the way to the edge, the arrow leaves. If another arrow is in the way, it bumps into it, slides back and you lose a heart. Clear every arrow and the level is done. Full rules.
Why it is satisfying
There is no timer and no move limit, just one simple decision at a time: can this arrow get out? The right arrow glides away, empty dots open up underneath and the board slowly clears, and at the end a quiet wave runs across the dots. Levels are short: a small board takes a minute, a large one a few minutes.
Levels that grow with you
| Levels | Board | Arrows | Free at the start |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | 4×4 – 5×5 | 3–7 | 1–2, tutorial |
| 4–30 | 5×6 – 7×10 | ≈ 10 | ≈ 5 |
| 31–100 | 6×8 – 9×13 | ≈ 13 (up to 21) | ≈ 4 |
| 101+ | 9×11 – 9×13 | ≈ 19 (up to 30) | ≈ 3 |
Every 10th level is marked Hard: a bigger board with denser arrows, and the level after it is lighter so you can catch your breath. From level 12 boards take shapes: cut corners, a plus sign, a ring with a hole in the middle, a diamond, an oval. Levels never run out and are the same for everyone: your level 57 is exactly your friend’s level 57.
Looking for a game like Arrows – Puzzle Escape?
Arrow escape puzzles became one of the most downloaded mobile genres of 2025 and 2026. Arrow Escape is an independent GameUZB game in that genre with its own level generator; it is not affiliated with Arrows – Puzzle Escape, any other app or their developers. The differences: nothing to install; hints are free and unlimited (the result only shows how many you used); when your hearts run out you are not asked to watch an ad, the level simply starts over; and the board always fits on the screen, with no zooming or panning.
Phone, tablet or computer
On a phone you tap an arrow: it lights up while you press and leaves when you let go, and if you pressed the wrong one you slide your finger away to cancel without losing a heart. Turn the phone sideways and the board rotates 90° to keep the cells large; the puzzle is the same. On a computer use the mouse or the keyboard: arrow keys to pick, Enter to send. Progress is saved in your browser, no account needed.
FAQ
Is Arrow Escape free?
Yes, completely: every level, the daily puzzle and the hints. There is no in-game currency and nothing to buy.
Do I need to install anything?
No. The game runs in the browser on a phone, tablet or computer.
What if my connection is slow?
Levels are generated on your device, so once the page has loaded the game does not wait for the network. The page itself is light.
Is my progress saved?
Yes, in this browser: your level, your daily streak and the board in progress. The game carries on even if you close the page or switch the language.
