THE PLAYBOOK · 06HC
Jigsaw Sudoku: a guide for your next round
Try Jigsaw Sudoku at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Use the example below to understand a decision.
This collection contains 6 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
Give this approach a try
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
The controls to know
Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.
Try this example
The coloured region, not a conventional 3×3 box, defines the third no-repeat constraint. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Check this before moving on
A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Further help with the game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Jigsaw Sudoku?
For clarity: Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Jigsaw Sudoku?
Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Jigsaw Sudoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: The coloured region, not a conventional 3×3 box, defines the third no-repeat constraint.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Jigsaw Sudoku?
Keep this in mind: A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction.
What format does Jigsaw Sudoku offer?
Keep this in mind: This collection contains 6 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
As a new player, which play mode does Jigsaw Sudoku use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
