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How to Play Arrow Sudoku

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Follow the steps for 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. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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.

An idea for your next attempt

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.

What you are aiming for

Solve the Sudoku and make the digits on each arrow path sum to the digit in its circle. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.

A walkthrough of the rules

  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 use the controls

Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

An example before you play

A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Consider the next action carefully.

One detail worth checking

A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Read these answers for extra help

While reading the Guide, 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.

Before I begin, how do I control Arrow Sudoku?

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?

For clarity: A circle 7 may have an arrow containing 3 and 4 when the normal Sudoku rules also allow it.

While reading the Guide, 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.

Before I begin, what format does Arrow Sudoku offer?

The key detail is this: 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.

While learning, which play mode does Arrow Sudoku use?

For clarity: 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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