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How to Play Arrow Sudoku

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How to play Arrow Sudoku

Take a moment with Arrow Sudoku before moving to another game. Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

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.

Try a deliberate move

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.

Your goal

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. Take a moment to understand the current position.

Step by step

  1. Select an editable cell.
  2. Enter a value using the keypad or keyboard; Notes stores candidates.
  3. Read the region, cage, arrow or outside clues alongside the normal constraints.
  4. Check entries verifies the completed board; Undo reverses your last input.
  5. 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

A useful 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. Look for the relevant detail.

Watch out for this

A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

Common questions

As a new player, 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.

Before I begin, 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.

When I return, 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.

What should I watch out for in Arrow Sudoku?

For clarity: 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?

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.

When I return, which play mode does Arrow Sudoku use?

Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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