Bulls and Cows
The computer picks a secret number with no repeated digits. Guess it using the bull and cow clues.
- Guesses
- 0 / 9
- Fewest guesses
- -
| Guess | Bulls | Cows |
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Bulls are right digits in the right place, cows are right digits in the wrong place. Best scores are saved on this device.
How to use it
- Choose 3 or 4 digits and type a number with no repeated digits.
- A bull is a right digit in the right place. A cow is a right digit in the wrong place.
- Use the clues to narrow it down and crack the number before you run out of guesses.
Questions
Can the secret number start with 0?
Yes. It is a combination of different digits, so 0 can sit in any position, including the first.
Can digits repeat?
No. The secret number and your guesses must use different digits, which is the standard rule for this game.
What does the possible answers counter show?
The number of secret numbers that still fit every clue so far. Switch it on to see how your guesses narrow things down; a 3 digit game starts with 720 and a 4 digit game with 5,040.
Is my best score saved?
The fewest guesses for each length is kept in this browser on this device only. Clearing site data removes it.
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