Number Forge - Daily Puzzle
One new number puzzle a day: forge six numbers with + - x / into the target and keep your streak alive.
Overview
Number Forge is a daily number puzzle. Every day brings exactly one new puzzle: combine six numbers using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to forge the target number. Pick two tiles and an operation, forge them into a new number, and work your way to the target in as few operations as you can.
Because there is only one puzzle per day and everyone in the world gets the same one, it becomes a short daily brain habit rather than an endless time sink. Par shows the minimum possible number of operations, so even after you solve it there's a reason to think harder. Streaks, par-match counts, and spoiler-free result sharing keep the habit going - and the whole game works completely offline.
A Home Screen widget (small and medium) shows today's target before you solve, or your result and streak after - and an optional once-a-day reminder helps you keep the chain, though the app works fully without notifications.
Who It Is For
- Fans of daily puzzle games like Wordle or NYT Digits looking for a numbers version
- People who want a short, sharp mental-math workout with morning coffee or on the commute
- Puzzle players who enjoy chasing the optimal solution, not just any solution
- Streak keepers who like building an unbroken daily record
- Anyone who wants a quality brain game with no ads, no account, and no tracking
Main Features
- One new puzzle every day - the same puzzle for every player worldwide
- Forge mechanic: pick two tiles and an operation (+ - x /) to combine them, with undo and reset
- Par shows the minimum possible operations - match it if you can
- Stats: solved days, current streak, longest streak, and par matches
- Spoiler-free share text with puzzle number, operation count, and streak
- Small and medium Home Screen widgets showing today's target or your solved result
- Optional daily reminder notification; fully playable without it, and fully offline
How to Use
- Open the app - today's puzzle appears immediately, no onboarding, no menus.
- Pick two number tiles and an operation to forge them into a new number.
- Keep combining until you hit the target; use undo or reset if you take a wrong turn.
- Try to match par - the minimum possible number of operations.
- Share your result as spoiler-free text and compare with friends.
- Come back tomorrow for the next puzzle and keep your streak alive - the widget shows the new target at a glance.
Pricing
Number Forge is free on the App Store, with no ads and no in-app purchases in the current version. App Store pricing and features can change, so check the store listing for current details.
Privacy
No account is required, and the app does not collect personal data or track you. Your progress - solved days, streaks, and settings - is stored locally on your device (shared with the widget via an App Group, on-device only), with no iCloud sync and no network requests. The optional daily reminder is a local notification.
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FAQ
Is Number Forge free?
Yes. The current version is completely free with no ads and no in-app purchases. App Store pricing can change, so check the listing for current details.
How does the daily puzzle work?
Each day there is one new puzzle, generated from the date, and every player in the world gets the same one. You combine six numbers with + - x / to reach the target number.
What is par?
Par is the minimum possible number of operations for that day's puzzle. Solving is one thing - matching par is the real challenge, and the app counts your par matches over time.
Does it work offline?
Yes, completely. Puzzles are generated on your device and the app makes no network requests.
Is there a widget?
Yes, in small and medium sizes. Before you solve, it shows today's target with a quick way into the game; after you solve, it shows your result and current streak. It updates at midnight for the next puzzle.
What data does the app collect?
None. There is no account, no tracking, and no analytics. Your streaks and results stay on your device.
Will it send me notifications?
Only if you turn on the optional once-a-day reminder. It skips days you have already solved, and the app works fully without notifications.