The rules of Futoshiki are very simple: 1. The grid is square and can be of any size. Use numbers 1 to the size of the grid to solve the puzzle. 2. Numbers cannot be repeated in a row or column. All numbers must appear in each row and in each column. 3. The “more […]
A while ago I explained the X-Wing solving technique. Recently I shown my explanation of other basic, Classic Sudoku solving techniques. The only remaining solving method that I don’t consider trial and error is Swordfish. So, to complete the list of Sudoku solving tips, here is an example of a Sudoku puzzle that can be […]
It’s about time I finally explained the basic (and most common) Sudoku solving techniques. Most of you are already familiar with these, but for those who aren’t – I’d like to show my explanation. These techniques are used in ALL sudoku puzzles – Classic, Killer, Samurai and others. Make sure you fully understand them before […]
Diagonal Samurai Sudoku X for New Year’s Day – this is the only place you can find these kind of Sudoku puzzles! Warning: Today’s puzzle is the MOST difficult Samurai X yet! Basically, not only do you have to fight against 5 interconnected Sudokus, but you also need to be carefull about the diagonals: ALL […]
Instead, a very similar yet different variation – 4 puzzles in an X-Ring. This is not to be confused with the X-Wing solving technique! X-Ring for Saturday, December 03 – this is the only place you can find these kind of Sudoku puzzles! Basically, not only do you have to fight against 4 interconnected Sudokus, […]
Instead, a very similar yet different variation – the true Wing X. This is not to be confused with the X-Wing solving technique! Wing X for Saturday, November 26 – this is the only place you can find these kind of Sudoku puzzles! Basically, not only do you have to fight against 5 interconnected Sudokus, […]
UPDATE: I changed the image to reflect an actual X-Wing. As a matter of fact, this is the puzzle that I posted a couple of days ago under the “daily Sudoku” page. Here is a quick explanation for the “X-Wing” technique. Suppose you reach the following position and you can’t go any further: You look […]
