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About Sudoku-Pro
Sudoku-Pro is a stripped-down, icon-based Sudoku clone developed by Walkgame. Released in 2025 for PC, it replaces numbers with symbols and throws players into a 9x9 grid split into nine smaller sections. The goal remains unchanged: fill the grid so every row, column, and section contains all nine unique icons. It’s a single-player logic puzzle with no frills, relying purely on deduction. The game leans into Sudoku’s core challenge but removes its numerical aspect, which either sharpens focus on patterns or feels like a gimmick. For fans of grid-based logic, it’s a familiar but slightly tweaked approach.
Gameplay
You start by scanning the grid for obvious placements, then methodically eliminate possibilities. Each puzzle requires tracking icon distribution across rows, columns, and sections. The interface is minimal: drag icons into cells or use keyboard shortcuts. Mistakes are flagged in real time, but there’s no undo, just penalty points. Sessions often stretch into 30, 45 minute stretches as you scribble notes and cross-reference sections. Harder levels introduce sparse starting grids, demanding advanced techniques like cross-hatching. The lack of tutorials means you’re figuring things out on your own, which can slow progress. It’s a cerebral grind, rewarding those who enjoy slow-burn problem-solving over action or narrative.
What Players Think
Community ratings are polarized: 72% positive but 28% negative. Average playtime is 4.2 hours, with 33% completing all puzzles. Community moods skew determined (42%) and focused (38%), but 15% call it “frustrating.” Critics gave it 78/100, praising its purity but noting a lack of innovation. Players mention the difficulty spikes early, some puzzles take 90+ minutes. Achievement completion is at 61%, with the “Master of the Grid” title earned by just 12% of users. One review says, “It’s like Sudoku on steroids. You either love the challenge or give up.”
PlayPile's Take
Sudoku-Pro is a niche pick for die-hard logic puzzle fans. Priced at $12.99, it offers 15 achievements worth 2000 points, but only if you’re patient. The icon system adds a visual twist, but it doesn’t outweigh the steep learning curve. If you thrive on Sudoku’s structure and enjoy untimed, deep thinking sessions, this is your game. Others might find it rigid and unyielding. It’s not a must-play, but for a specific audience, it’s a test of patience with a satisfying payoff.
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