Hourglass Swap
Flip sand timers in sequence to measure exact target times. 30 brain-teasing timing puzzles across 6 difficulty tiers using classic water-jug mathematics.
Source: GameZipper · Games hosted by GameZipper / PlayKovo
About this game
Flip sand timers in sequence to measure exact target times. 30 brain-teasing timing puzzles across 6 difficulty tiers using classic water-jug mathematics.
How to play
How do you play Hourglass Swap?
Each level gives you 2-4 hourglasses with different sand capacities. All start full on top and sand flows down at 1 unit per second. Tap any hourglass to flip it. Your goal is to reach a moment when some hourglass has exactly the target amount of sand in it (top or bottom).
What is the math behind hourglass puzzles?
Hourglass puzzles are based on the same mathematics as the classic water jug problem (Bezout identity). With hourglasses of capacity a and b, you can measure any multiple of gcd(a,b). The puzzle generates levels where the target is always achievable.
How many levels does Hourglass Swap have?
30 levels across 6 difficulty tiers. Tier 1-2 uses 2 hourglasses, Tier 3-4 uses 3, and Tier 5-6 uses 4. Each level is mathematically verified solvable via BFS.
Is Hourglass Swap free?
Yes, completely free with no download or signup. Play instantly in your browser on desktop or mobile.