THE PLAYBOOK · 5438GAME
An introduction to playing Arrow Sudoku
Arrow Sudoku gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
This collection contains 8 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
A small practice goal
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
The challenge in front of you
Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Follow these playing steps
- Select an editable cell.
- Enter a value using the keypad or keyboard; Notes stores candidates.
- Read the region, cage, arrow or outside clues alongside the normal constraints.
- Check entries verifies the completed board; Undo reverses your last input.
- New puzzle selects another included puzzle.
Controls
Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
Follow the example
A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Check the stated objective.
Notice this detail
A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Compare the situation with the worked example. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Read these answers for extra help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Arrow Sudoku?
The key detail is this: Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle.
How do I control Arrow Sudoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game.
What example helps explain Arrow Sudoku?
Keep this in mind: A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Arrow Sudoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction.
For my first round, what format does Arrow Sudoku offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: This collection contains 8 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
On this playing page, which play mode does Arrow Sudoku use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
