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Fans of Su Doku have an ever increasing desire for trickier puzzles and Killer Su Doku should satiate their appetites as it poses an even greater challenge than the Fiendish Su Doku puzzles. It takes the number placing puzzle to the next level by adding an element of arithmetic and one cannot rely on logic alone. The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid but there is a double test. The aim is not only to complete every row, column, and cube so that it contains the digits 1–9, the numbers within a second dotted-line grid have to add up to a specific total. Included are some Gentle and Moderate puzzles to serve as a warm-up but the emphasis is on the Tricky, Tough, and Deadly levels.
This collection investigates the intersection of traditional logic-based grid puzzles and arithmetic constraints to provide a heightened challenge for experienced enthusiasts. The author, Sudoku Syndication, leverages established grid-based puzzle mechanics to introduce the 'Killer' variant, which requires players to balance standard digit placement with specific summation requirements. The text serves as a structured workbook designed to test cognitive endurance through a progression of difficulty levels.
What You Will Find
The book provides a clear and focused set of challenges for those seeking to move beyond standard Sudoku variants. Its emphasis on arithmetic-based logic ensures a consistent level of difficulty that appeals to dedicated puzzle enthusiasts.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2008-07-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins UK
ISBN-10:
000727565X
ISBN-13:
9780007275656
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