Archive · Puzzle #38
Monday, June 29, 2026
NumGrid
Early-week NumGrid puzzles use 4-digit targets and easier digit distributions. Puzzle #38 from Monday, June 29, 2026 reflects that calibration — solvable with the standard opening guess and 2-3 follow-ups for most players. If the format clicks on an early-week puzzle, the same mechanic at the harder weekend tier rewards strategic guess selection more heavily.
Late-month NumGrid puzzles close out the calendar month. Puzzle #38 is part of the closing run for the month; players tracking monthly streaks invest extra attention in the last week to lock in full-month records.
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How to solve any NumGrid in fewer guesses
Use the digit sum to narrow candidates fast
Read odd/even clues to halve the search space