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How to Play Arrow Sudoku

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Understand the basics of Arrow Sudoku

Read the aim of Arrow Sudoku, then make your first move. Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

This collection contains 8 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.

Build familiarity through play

When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Notice the feedback after each input.

The challenge in front of you

Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Start here and follow along

  1. Select an editable cell.
  2. Enter a value using the keypad or keyboard; Notes stores candidates.
  3. Read the region, cage, arrow or outside clues alongside the normal constraints.
  4. Check entries verifies the completed board; Undo reverses your last input.
  5. New puzzle selects another included puzzle.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Look at the feedback after the action.

Work through an example

A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.

Where a round can go wrong

A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

A few questions answered

For my first round, what is the goal of Arrow Sudoku?

The key detail is this: Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle.

For my first round, how do I control Arrow Sudoku?

The key detail is this: Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Arrow Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it.

On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Arrow Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction.

While learning, what format does Arrow Sudoku offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: This collection contains 8 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.

Which play mode does Arrow Sudoku use?

The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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