BAGELS
The Classic Number Guessing Game
How to Play
The Challenge
I'm thinking of a 3-digit number. Your job is to guess it! All digits must be different.
Make a Guess
Enter any 3-digit number (like 123, 456, 078). Numbers can start with 0!
Get Clues
I'll give you hints to help you get closer to the answer:
Ready to play? Enter your first guess!
Your Guesses
Game Example
Here's how a typical game might unfold:
Notice how each clue helps narrow down the possibilities. BAGELS tells you to avoid those digits entirely, while PICO and FERMI help you figure out correct digits and their positions.
Pro Tips & Strategy
Getting Started
- Start with numbers that have very different digits (like 123, 456, 789)
- Avoid using the same digit twice in your guess (Normal mode)
- Remember: the secret number can start with 0!
Advanced Strategy
- If you get "BAGELS", eliminate all those digits from future guesses
- Use "FERMI" clues to lock in correct positions
- Use "PICO" clues to test digits in different positions
- Keep track of what you've learned on paper or mentally
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Enter - Submit your guess
- Ctrl/Cmd + N - Start new game
- Escape - Focus input field