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Sudoku Corner

Explore every style of Sudoku—from classic 9×9 grids to exotic variants with unique rules. Choose your challenge and master the art of logical deduction.

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Classic Sudoku

Traditional number placement puzzles with standard rules

4×4

Mini Sudoku

Beginner

Perfect for learning Sudoku basics. A 4×4 grid with 2×2 blocks where digits 1-4 appear once per row, column, and block.

  • Quick 2-5 minute solves
  • Learn fundamental strategies
  • Great for kids and beginners
6×6

Starter Sudoku

Easy

Step up from 4×4 with 6×6 grids featuring 2×3 blocks. Uses digits 1-6 and introduces more complex solving patterns.

  • 5-10 minute average solve time
  • Practice scanning techniques
  • Bridge to full-size puzzles
9×9

Classic Sudoku

Standard

The traditional 9×9 grid with 3×3 blocks. The worldwide standard that made Sudoku famous. Master this and you've mastered the classic.

  • 15-30 minute typical solve
  • Full range of strategies needed
  • The definitive Sudoku experience

Exotic Variants

Unique twists on the classic Sudoku formula with special rules

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Diagonal Sudoku

Intermediate

Classic 9×9 with an extra constraint: both main diagonals must also contain digits 1-9 without repeating.

  • All classic rules apply
  • Plus diagonal constraints
  • More logical deductions required
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Killer Sudoku

Advanced

Combines Sudoku with Kakuro. Cages show sums that their digits must add to, with no digit repeating within a cage.

  • No givens—pure deduction
  • Math and logic combined
  • Highly challenging puzzles

Inequality Sudoku

Advanced

Greater-than and less-than symbols between cells show relationships, adding an extra layer of logical constraints.

  • Relational logic required
  • Visual pattern recognition
  • Unique solving techniques

Even-Odd Sudoku

Intermediate

Cells are shaded to indicate whether they must contain even or odd numbers, reducing possibilities early on.

  • Visual cues for solving
  • Parity-based deduction
  • Faster initial eliminations

Consecutive Sudoku

Advanced

Marks show where adjacent cells contain consecutive numbers (like 3 and 4). Absence of a mark means non-consecutive.

  • Negative constraint logic
  • Pattern-based elimination
  • Complex interactions
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Color Sudoku

Beginner

Instead of numbers, use colors or symbols. Same rules apply—each color appears once per row, column, and block.

  • Visual and accessible
  • Non-numeric solving
  • Pattern recognition focus
16

Mega Sudoku

Expert

A massive 16×16 grid using digits 1-9 and letters A-G. For the ultimate Sudoku challenge that can take hours.

  • 256 cells to fill
  • Extended character set
  • Epic puzzle sessions

Sum Sudoku

Intermediate

Specific rows, columns, or regions must sum to target values, combining arithmetic with standard Sudoku logic.

  • Mathematical constraints
  • Multi-step calculations
  • Hybrid solving approach
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Samurai Sudoku

Master

Five overlapping 9×9 grids that share corners. Solve all five simultaneously using the overlapping constraints.

  • 5 interconnected puzzles
  • Cross-grid logic required
  • Extended play sessions

Learning Resources

Master Sudoku with guides, strategies, and practice puzzles

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Strategy Guide

Learn essential techniques from basic scanning to advanced patterns like X-wings, swordfish, and coloring.

  • Step-by-step tutorials
  • Illustrated examples
  • Progressive difficulty
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Interactive Trainer

Practice with the interactive Sudoku app featuring multiple difficulty levels, hints, and automatic validation.

  • Real-time error checking
  • Built-in solver
  • Multiple grid sizes
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Puzzle Gallery

Browse curated collections of handcrafted puzzles with varying difficulties and specific technique focus areas.

  • Categorized by technique
  • Printable versions
  • Solutions included