THE PLAYBOOK · HHDMY6
The Calcudoku playbook
Open Calcudoku, check the instructions and begin a round. Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Twelve puzzles with addition, multiplication, subtraction and singleton cages.
An idea for your next attempt
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Follow these playing steps
- Select a square and enter 1–4.
- Combine all cage digits using its shown operation.
- Subtraction uses the absolute difference.
- Check puzzle verifies the entire grid.
Using the playing area
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
An example to follow
A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Read the matching step again.
Notice this detail
A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Clarifying the way this game works
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Calcudoku?
Keep this in mind: Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target.
For this browser game, how do I control Calcudoku?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For my first round, what example helps explain Calcudoku?
Keep this in mind: A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Calcudoku?
For clarity: A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row.
For this browser game, what format does Calcudoku offer?
For clarity: Twelve puzzles with addition, multiplication, subtraction and singleton cages.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Calcudoku use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
