
Presented by Cracking The Cryptic, YouTube's most popular Sudoku channel, this is the brand new “Classic Sudoku” game that their viewers have been requesting for the last two years!
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I love the mechanics of the app. It makes it easier to play and I'm 80 years old and getting better at the game.
my smoof brain has formed a singular wrinkle :3
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Great UI and controls. Helped me to shift my attention from my depression to the puzzles.
This is relatively cool. It is (objectively) awesome. However one must note the absence of sound. For a Sudoku game like this it just... Works. Despite being so' low' budget'... One must also note the absence of cloud saves. Which is poposterous. Each puzzle seems to be either handmade/handpicked. In general it can be accepted that this is well thought out. However i did experience a crash on an older piece of hardware. So this may not even work for everyone. Despite it being streamlined. I wont go so far to request a soundtrack, more skins, or online multiplayer. However cloudsaves would makesense. Make more sense than VR support for a game like this. For a mere youtube channel this is a good effort for a game. Overall more or less. However in general it is missing some keyfeatures, which don't entirely take away from the game or ruin it. It seems Sudoku on Steam needs more support in general. I have only been playing Sudoku for over twenty years. And like this game and games like this. If it had cloud saves i would give it 9 Sudoku notes out of 10 Sudoku notes. Howeveer since it is lacking cloud saves amoungst other features (Such as multiple Languages support). I would have to knock it down to a 8 out of 10. Reluctantly. I am at loss. And or lost. And am still on a brutal path filled with utter turmoil, in search for the worlds best Sudoku game of all time. With no regrete. Overall this is solid, and has good taste' when it comes to selection of puzzles. The reason i say that is because of the way the puzzles are made, and the framework behind them (i think). Other Sudoku games will have more tedious game play (don't get me started on chinese' wheels') and the Sudoku puzzles will instead of having a feeling of meticulous selection, ambition, and handcrafted, what you get instead is a robust collection of AI generated Slop, and Scans from cheap Dollar Store Sudoku's'. Which isn't necesairly the worse thing in the world. There is a time and place for everything. This game worked well without crashing on a Nividia setup that had SSD. On an older AMD, without SSD i experienced a Crash almost as soon as i opened the game. Meanwhile experiencing no crashes with multiple other Sudoku games and other games. However it is typically newer games and FPS games that crash. I can't tell if it needs to be optimized for outdated older versions of Win 10, non SSD set ups or AMD in contrast to Nividiots'. The lack of Audio is not an issue for me, but it must be stated upfront to customers who are purchasing, if not as a disclaimer, within the fine print inbetween the lines of the description. I am still outstounded at the mere aspect, and or prospect of soundless games, I suffer Hyperacusis, and others are completely Deaf, and would enjoy games that simply require not audio at all to enjoy. More or less. I don't want to talk about vibration in games here. I would be nice if they included advanced tips/expert tutorial. After twenty years i am still good at the easy and medium difficult ones, but i can't do the hard Sudoku puzzles with ease, unless i am in a mental hospital (don't ask). Or what i mean i can do hard Sudoku puzzles depending on who makes the puzzle. If the puzzle is actually hard i probaly can't do it. Or if i did i didn't or don't know why. Or i have a cousin who is a redneck (and a creep), however he is abnormally good/fast at Sudoku comparied to me. I am a big of Sudoku and or this Sudoku game. My main objective grip is the exclusion of cloud-saves. I don't know how this can be justified. It would be easier for the dev's to include cloudsaves than it would be to complete their damn Sudoku puzzles! And take less time while at it'. Which puts me into yet another exitential crisis. Which means nothing really even means anything to me anymore, Except for Sudoku. I did like the blue/green skin so i am going to just go on ahead and rack this baby up to a whopping 8.1 out of 10 irate Sudoku adepts out of 10. I say that as a Sudoku master (of my previous mental institution). The specs i included (Error's Supercomputer) is a POS outdated older computer, a mere 4GB GPU and no SSD makes gaming feel nostalgic like as if it were a win98 PC, when in reality it is probably slower. Than that. Or less reliable. This game crashed on my Supercomputer, i am writing this review on a beter computer, but it is also ♥♥♥♥. I only use ♥♥♥♥ computers to game, It's called the Economy! As far as i know i would like to see more... "More is more". Especially when it comes to Sudoku (in general).
Challenging puzzles of all levels
Classic Sudoku, developed and published by Studio Goya, is a carefully refined take on a timeless logic puzzle, built with a clear focus on quality, clarity, and thoughtful design. Instead of trying to reinvent Sudoku or layer it with unnecessary features, the game commits to delivering the purest version of the experience possible, supported by expertly crafted puzzles and a structure that encourages both learning and mastery. It feels less like a casual time-filler and more like a dedicated platform for serious puzzle-solving. At its core, the game follows the traditional rules of Sudoku without alteration, asking players to complete a 9×9 grid so that each number from 1 to 9 appears only once in every row, column, and subgrid. While this foundation is familiar, the strength of the experience lies in how the puzzles are constructed. Each one is handcrafted with a deliberate logical path, ensuring that solutions can be reached through reasoning rather than guesswork. This approach gives the game a sense of fairness and precision that stands out, particularly for players who appreciate puzzles that challenge their thinking rather than their patience. The progression system is designed to gradually introduce players to more advanced techniques. Early puzzles serve as a gentle introduction, reinforcing fundamental concepts and building confidence, while later challenges become increasingly complex, requiring a deeper understanding of logical patterns and strategies. This structured difficulty curve makes the game accessible to newcomers while still offering substantial depth for experienced players. The sense of improvement is noticeable, as players begin to recognize patterns more quickly and apply more sophisticated methods to solve difficult grids. One of the most valuable features of Classic Sudoku is its emphasis on teaching. The hint system goes beyond simply revealing answers by explaining the reasoning behind each step. This transforms the experience into something educational, allowing players to learn and internalize advanced solving techniques rather than relying on trial and error. For those new to Sudoku or looking to improve their skills, this feature adds significant value, turning each puzzle into an opportunity for growth rather than just a challenge to overcome. The interface is clean, responsive, and designed with usability in mind. Input methods are intuitive, and tools such as note-taking, highlighting, and undo options are implemented smoothly, making it easy to manage even the most complex puzzles. The minimalist presentation ensures that nothing distracts from the task at hand, keeping the focus entirely on logic and problem-solving. While it may lack visual flair, this simplicity is intentional and effective, reinforcing the game’s identity as a pure puzzle experience. In terms of content, the game offers a substantial number of puzzles, each varying in difficulty and complexity. This provides a long-lasting experience for players who enjoy methodical challenges, though it also means that the game remains firmly within its niche. There are no additional modes or variations to break up the gameplay, and those who are not deeply interested in Sudoku may find the experience repetitive over time. The difficulty of later puzzles can also become quite demanding, requiring patience and persistence that may not appeal to more casual players. Despite these limitations, Classic Sudoku excels at what it sets out to do. It delivers a focused and polished puzzle experience that respects the intelligence of its players and rewards careful thought. Its strength lies not in innovation, but in execution—taking a familiar concept and presenting it in a way that feels both refined and deeply satisfying. In the end, the game stands as a strong example of how a classic formula can remain compelling when handled with care and attention to detail. It may not offer variety or spectacle, but it provides a consistent and rewarding challenge that will appeal to anyone who enjoys logical problem-solving. For dedicated Sudoku enthusiasts and players looking to sharpen their skills, it is an experience that delivers both depth and quality in equal measure. Rating: 8/10
Great stuff Unfortunately 100 puzzles is not that mush, but I spent two good evenings solving them ty
I love playing Sudoku, and this game has the QOL features I desire in a sudoku game which is why I bought it and will continue to play it when I get hyperfocused on puzzling; HOWEVER, this game is so unsettlingly quiet that it makes me hate it a little. It would be comforting if there were at least some little clicks and maybe a cute "You won!" animation at the end-- I don't even necessarily need music because that is something I sometimes turn off anyway, but the silence is something I really dislike about it.
I love these creators and I have played these puzzles multiple times over and will continue to play them but the game is super glitchy with selecting cells for me with the mouse. I was having issues where I would select a cell and then when I would move my mouse it would select the cells I moved the mouse over even though I was not holding down any buttons on the mouse. I changed the selection so I could only select one cell at a time but somehow the issue continues and it still selects multiple cells when I move my mouse even though the settings say I can only select one cell at a time and when I try to click and drag nothing happens.
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