Piecing together a puzzle is a great way to relax and unwind. What’s even better is that they come in a variety of different styles and designs once put together. Whether you want the finished product to reflect your favorite film, game, artwork, or a piece of beautiful scenery, there are puzzles out there for everyone to enjoy.
In this gift guide, we’ve collected some of our favorite puzzles for adults. These come in a range of sizes as well, from 1000 pieces to a whopping 3000 pieces, so you’ll still have quite the challenge when putting it together. Each of the puzzles we’ve found features different designs in their finished products as well, so you’re sure to find something that suits your personal tastes.
TLDR: The Best Puzzles for Adults
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Jigsaw PuzzleHouse of Horrors and Scary Movies Jigsaw PuzzleSimple Succulent Jigsaw PuzzleLord of The Rings Jigsaw PuzzleThe Happy Isles Jigsaw PuzzleUniversal Amblin Jigsaw PuzzleCottage By The Sea Jigsaw PuzzleSolar System Jigsaw PuzzleStarry Night Jigsaw PuzzleStar Wars: The Mandalorian – This is Not A Toy – Jigsaw Puzzle
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: USAOPOLY
Number of pieces: 1,000
With the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, there’s no better time than now to pick up a variety of Zelda-themed items. This puzzle centers around its predecessor, Breath of the Wild, and features a beautiful final product once fully put together. It has a grand total of 1,000 pieces, and once its finished, shows Link looking over Hyrule.
House of Horrors and Scary Movies Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Toynk
Number of pieces: 1,000
For horror fans who want to piece together a puzzle with several of their favorite films involved, this is a must-have investment. Coming in at 1,000 pieces, once it’s fully put together, you’ll be able to spot a whole variety of fun details hidden amongst the many movie posters and DVD cases that are sure to make any horror fan happy.
Simple Succulent Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Buffalo Games
Number of pieces: 1,000
Sometimes, it’s nice to have a puzzle to put together that’s a bit more simple in design but has a beautiful end result. That’s exactly what this puzzle is. Put together its 1,000 pieces to reveal a variety of colorful succulents. It even comes with a full-color poster to help you with piecing it together.
Lord of The Rings Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: AQUARIUS
Number of pieces: 3,000
For those who like a challenge, this Lord of the Rings puzzle will certainly keep you busy for hours on end with its 3,000 pieces. Its end result is a must-see for fans of the films as well and measures around 32 x 45 inches, so you’ll need plenty of space to show it off. It’s truly the one puzzle to rule them all. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys puzzles and the Lord of the Rings movies.
The Happy Isles Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Magic Puzzle Company
Number of pieces: 1,000
This puzzle isn’t any ordinary puzzle, as it includes over 50 exciting easter eggs to find as you put it together and features a surprise ending! This ending is hidden away in an envelope that you can’t open until you’ve fully completed the puzzle and helps to round out the story being told in the image you see. It’s an incredibly interesting way to put together a puzzle, and one that’s sure to impress those piecing it together.
Universal Amblin Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Ravensburger
Number of pieces: 2,000
Much like the Lord of the Rings puzzle listed above, this puzzle is for those seeking a bit of a challenge. Coming in at 2,000 pieces, this Universal Pictures puzzle features a variety of Amblin Entertainment films, from Jurassic Park movies to Back to the Future. It’s perfect for the movie lover in your life who loves a good blockbuster.
Cottage By The Sea Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Buffalo Games
Number of pieces: 1,000
If you want a beautiful scenery to look at when completing a puzzle, look no futher than this one of a cottage by the sea. Filled with beautiful flowers and a bright blue ocean, it’s a view worth taking in. It comes with 1,000 pieces and will measure 26.75 x 19.75 inches once fully pieced together.
Solar System Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Nattork
Number of pieces: 1,000
From the seaside to solar system, this jigsaw puzzle features a big and colorful galaxy once it’s fully completed. Due to all of its color, it’s much easier than you’d expect to put together as well, since you don’t have to worry about empty space all over the place. It comes with 1,000 pieces and, after you’ve put it all together, will measure 27.56 x 19.69 inches.
Starry Night Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: MaxRenard
Number of pieces: 1,000
Sometimes, it’s nice to jump from entertainment-based puzzles and scenic views to classic art. In particular, Van Gogh’s masterpiece Starry Night makes for an excellent puzzle to put together. Though it may prove more difficult than expected given its design, the final result will be well worth it. It has 1,000 pieces and comes to 26.75 x 19.25 inches when fully put together.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian – This is Not A Toy – Jigsaw Puzzle
Created by: Buffalo Games
Number of pieces: 1,000
If your love of Star Wars, and especially The Mandalorian, runs deep, this puzzle is a must-have investment. Featuring Din Djarin and little Grogu, this 1,000 piece puzzle is a joy to piece together and comes in at 26.75 x 19.75 inches once finished. It also comes with a full-color poster to help you out.
Need a better table for puzzling? Check out our picks for the best board game tables and board game storage that work great for puzzles as well.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.
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