Sudokuball Detective

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Sudoku Ball is a revolutionary new take on the popular Sudoku puzzles. The Sudoku Ball consists of 6 interlinked Sudoku puzzles mapped on a 3D ball. The ball can be twisted and turned with the easy to use interface. In Sudoku Ball - Detective, you take the role of a detective in a small town where a murder has been committed. It is up to you to find the murderer by completing different styles of S…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique twist on traditional Sudoku by presenting puzzles on a sphere, which can be an interesting experience for players looking for something different.
There are several types of Sudoku puzzles with varying difficulties, providing a range of challenges for both new and experienced players.
The story, while simple, adds an entertaining layer to the gameplay, and some music tracks are enjoyable.

The game lacks essential features like note-taking for Sudoku puzzles, making it difficult for players to keep track of potential numbers.
The graphics and technology feel outdated, leading to a frustrating experience with low resolution and poor controls.
The puzzles are often too easy, especially in the early stages, which may disappoint seasoned Sudoku fans looking for a challenge.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this sudoku game is described as simple and somewhat uninspiring, often relying on clichéd detective tropes and lacking depth, which may leave players feeling disengaged. While the narrative serves as a backdrop to the puzzles, it is generally considered secondary to the gameplay, with many players preferring to focus on the sudoku challenges rather than the story itself. Overall, the game offers a mix of handcrafted sudoku puzzles alongside a brief and straightforward narrative that may entertain some but is unlikely to impress those seeking a compelling story.
- “On the other side, it's very interesting with the story (although the story is simple and short) and the visual novella style going on between levels.”
- “Solve the sudoku puzzle and unlock more progression for the story and maybe a clue.”
- “There's a story (of course there's a story, why wouldn't there be in a sudoku game?) but I'm pretty sure I'd have a more enjoyable time reading over the clue instructions a couple dozen times than listening to these odd, clay-like mannequins reciting tired murder mystery clichés and making banal small talk.”
- “The main story is like a standard detective novel with nothing surprising at all.”
- “Ok, so I only messed around in story mode for a short while but the story was pretty uninvolving if I'm honest.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features intriguing mechanics such as time pressure and a focus on single-digit puzzles, but these elements are largely undermined by the game's inherent flaws. Overall, the core experience feels like tedious busywork, primarily serving to highlight visual effects rather than providing engaging gameplay.
- “Core gameplay feels like tedious busywork, primarily designed to showcase some sort of glass distortion visual effect.”
- “The mechanics are overly simplistic and lack depth, making the gameplay feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The controls are unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a mix of compositions, with some tracks being described as acceptable but not particularly standout. Overall, the soundtrack may not leave a lasting impression on players.
- “Some of the music tracks are okay compositions.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive.”
- “The music feels generic and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers indicate that the game's optimization feels outdated, resembling that of early iPad technology, which contributes to a sense of mindless busywork rather than engaging gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly on various devices, showcasing impressive optimization that enhances the overall experience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it loads quickly and performs seamlessly even on older hardware.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game, making it accessible to a wider audience without sacrificing quality.”
- “It's a lot of fairly mindless busywork for a game that seems like it was optimized for the very first iPad.”
- “The game feels sluggish and unresponsive, as if it hasn't been properly optimized for modern devices.”
- “I encountered frequent frame drops and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, citing low-resolution presentation and a lack of space for note-taking, which detracts from the overall experience. The inclusion of cumbersome "sudoku training wheels" further complicates the process, making it feel unnecessarily complicated.
- “The grinding feels excessively repetitive and lacks any meaningful progression, making it a chore rather than an engaging experience.”
- “The game forces you into a monotonous cycle of grinding that quickly becomes frustrating and uninspired.”
- “The mechanics behind grinding are poorly designed, leading to a tedious experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been described as outdated, reminiscent of the 90s, which may detract from the overall experience for some players. Despite this, users remain hopeful that the puzzles will compensate for the visual shortcomings.
- “The graphics are outdated and remind me of the 90s, which is disappointing for a game released this year.”
- “I expected more from the visuals; they feel like a relic from a bygone era rather than a modern game.”
- “The graphics lack polish and creativity, making the overall experience feel bland and uninviting.”