Breakdown is a free daily proportions puzzle by Kai Stevenson. Each day asks how a real-world whole splits among named categories—oceans, payroll jobs, household water and similar composition questions. You drag dividers on a stacked bar so the slices sum to 100%, then reveal the true split with its source. Every slice is scored by accuracy and your total earns a verdict such as Sharp, Solid or Foggy. One shared puzzle a day, with an archive and a Make tool for custom splits.
Screenshot of breakdown.today captured 2026-11-03.
| Type | Math & logic games |
|---|---|
| Time per game | 1-3 minutes |
| Publisher | Kai Stevenson |
| Platform | Web browser, no install needed |
| Play on DLE Arena | No, official site only |
| Official site | breakdown.today |
How to play Breakdown
- Read the daily question and the categories that make up the whole.
- Drag the dividers on the stacked bar until each slice matches your guessed share (they always sum to 100%).
- Press Reveal to compare your bar with the real split and its data source.
- Check points per slice and your overall verdict (for example Sharp, Solid or Foggy), then share or browse the archive.
Breakdown tips
- Lock in the largest slice first; small slices have less room to wander.
- Read any subtitle carefully—the exact population or year changes the answer.
- Near misses on tiny slices still score some points, so do not overfit them.
Who will like Breakdown
Breakdown fits in our math & logic games collection. Math and logic games test calculation, spatial planning and memory. It pairs well with a quick word game and a knowledge game like Arena Rank.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Breakdown?
Breakdown is a free daily proportions puzzle by Kai Stevenson. Each day asks how a real-world whole splits among named categories—oceans, payroll jobs, household water and similar composition questions. You drag dividers on a stacked bar so the slices sum to 100%, then reveal the true split with its source. Every slice is scored by accuracy and your total earns a verdict such as Sharp, Solid or Foggy. One shared puzzle a day, with an archive and a Make tool for custom splits.
Where can I play Breakdown?
Breakdown is played in the browser on its official site, breakdown.today. DLE Arena links there directly.
How long does a game of Breakdown take?
Time per game: 1-3 minutes.
What games are like Breakdown?
If you enjoy Breakdown, try Nerdle, Angle, Metro Maneuver, or play Arena Rank, our own daily ranking puzzle on DLE Arena.
Breakdown is a trademark of its owner. DLE Arena is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Breakdown. Details were checked on 2026-11-03; rules can change, so the official site is the final word.