- November 10, 2020
- Studio Goya
Killer Sudoku
88%Game Brain Score
monetization, gameplay
grinding, optimization
88% User Score 162 reviews
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About
"Killer Sudoku" is a logic-based puzzle game where players fill a 9x9 grid with digits 1-9, ensuring that each row, column, and outlined box contains unique values. The "Killer" aspect adds additional constraints, requiring players to satisfy sum equations given for certain regions. With multiple difficulty levels, it offers a fun and challenging experience for both casual and experienced puzzle solvers.




Audience ScoreBased on 162 reviews
monetization2 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
- The puzzles are incredibly challenging and well-crafted, providing a satisfying sense of achievement when solved.
- The user interface is intuitive and user-friendly, enhancing the overall experience of solving puzzles.
- The app offers a great variety of handcrafted puzzles that cater to fans of both Killer Sudoku and Cracking the Cryptic.
- The app suffers from performance issues, including freezing and excessive battery drain, which can hinder gameplay.
- Hints can be unclear or incorrect, making it difficult for players to progress when they get stuck.
- Some users dislike the new interface changes and wish for the option to revert to the previous layout.
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeUsers find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the cumbersome process of switching between hint types, which detracts from the enjoyment of solving puzzles. Overall, the repetitive nature of the puzzles is seen as a significant drawback.
“This is tedious and takes the fun out of solving the puzzles.”
“The app works great, but the puzzles are insanely tedious.”
“Flipping between 'smart' hints and 'normal' hints is tedious and annoying.”