Killer Sudoku

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Killer Sudoku is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Studio Goya and was released on December 14, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

In Killer Sudoku, every puzzle features cages that tell you the sum of the numbers inside. This extra information leads to beautiful logic that you will master as you progress through our handmade puzzles. The puzzles in Killer Sudoku are created by Simon and Mark as well as a large number of guest creators. Fans of Cracking the Cryptic's YouTube channel will recognize many of these authors as som…

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Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a great collection of beautifully hand-crafted Killer Sudoku puzzles from renowned setters, providing a challenging and enjoyable experience.
The user interface is simple and easy to use, with helpful tools that enhance the gameplay, such as automatic summation of killer cages and a hint system that explains the logic behind moves.
The puzzles are well-designed and offer a good difficulty curve, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced players looking for a challenge.

The interface can feel clunky and unintuitive, leading to frustration when trying to input notes or navigate through puzzles.
Some hints provided in the game are poorly explained or contain logical errors, which can confuse players rather than assist them.
The game lacks certain quality of life features, such as a 'New Game' option and the ability to save progress, which can detract from the overall experience.

music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game has received criticism for the absence of background music, leaving players to either play in silence or provide their own soundtrack. Many users express a desire for more musical elements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The music in the game really enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack complements the gameplay perfectly.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the game feeling fresh and engaging.”
- “There's not even background music, so you're going to have to provide your own when playing unless you want to sit in silence.”
- “Music would also be appreciated.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is criticized for its "killer" mechanic, which many users feel does not significantly enhance the traditional Sudoku experience, leading to concerns about its value relative to potentially free alternatives.
- “The whole 'killer' mechanic really doesn't add enough to Sudoku to warrant the price, and I wouldn't be surprised if you could find free versions of killer Sudoku anyway.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
monetization
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Users express a desire for an ad-free version of the game, particularly for educational purposes, indicating that the current monetization model detracts from the overall experience. The game's difficulty progression is also noted as a potential barrier for younger players.
- “The app on the phone is way better; I was just hoping to get a version without the ads that I could teach the kids. This could have been a really great math learning game with the killer cage addition, but this game starts at hard and goes to wtf!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly when it involves highlighting multiple squares, as mistakenly selecting a wrong square can significantly prolong the task.
- “This is especially tedious if you have to highlight many squares and you accidentally highlight a 'wrong' square.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which really drains the fun out of the experience.”