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How to Play Calcudoku

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Calcudoku: rules and examples

Start Calcudoku by looking at the playing area and its controls. Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

Twelve puzzles with addition, multiplication, subtraction and singleton cages.

A focus for your next round

Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.

The purpose of your moves

Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.

Work through the instructions

  1. Select a square and enter 1–4.
  2. Combine all cage digits using its shown operation.
  3. Subtraction uses the absolute difference.
  4. Check puzzle verifies the entire grid.

Making selections and moves

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

A useful example

A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.

Avoid this misunderstanding

A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

More answers before you play

On this playing page, what is the goal of Calcudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target.

For this browser game, how do I control Calcudoku?

For clarity: 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?

The key detail is this: A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle.

For my first round, what should I watch out for in Calcudoku?

A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row.

Before I begin, what format does Calcudoku offer?

Keep this in mind: 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.

Before I begin, where should I start with Calcudoku?

For clarity: Select a square and enter 1–4.

When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Calcudoku?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For my first round, how can I find Calcudoku again?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Calcudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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