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How to Play Calcudoku

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Your guide to Calcudoku

Open Calcudoku, check the instructions and begin a round. Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.

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

A focus for your next round

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Make the next step deliberately.

What you need to achieve

Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.

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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.

Put the rules into context

A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.

Where a round can go wrong

A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Questions about this game

As a new player, what is the goal of Calcudoku?

For clarity: Fill a 4×4 Latin square and satisfy every cage arithmetic target.

As a new player, how do I control Calcudoku?

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

While learning, what example helps explain Calcudoku?

A two-cell 6× cage contains 2 and 3 in a 1–4 puzzle.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Calcudoku?

Keep this in mind: A correct cage total does not permit duplicate digits in a row.

For this browser game, what format does Calcudoku offer?

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

As a new player, which play mode does Calcudoku use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

As a new player, where should I start with Calcudoku?

Select a square and enter 1–4.

Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Calcudoku?

Keep this in mind: 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?

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?

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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