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Making your first moves in Arrow Sudoku
Choose a round of Arrow Sudoku and settle into its rules. Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. 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.
Build familiarity through play
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you are aiming for
Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Input guidance
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. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
See the idea in action
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. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Notice this detail
A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Questions about this game
While learning, what is the goal of Arrow Sudoku?
Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle.
Before I begin, how do I control Arrow Sudoku?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game.
For my first round, what example helps explain Arrow Sudoku?
The key detail is this: A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Arrow Sudoku?
The key detail is this: A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction.
As a new player, what format does Arrow Sudoku offer?
The key detail is this: 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.
While learning, which play mode does Arrow Sudoku use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.