Underplayed Gems

Starlight X-2: Space Sudoku (2021)

Starlight X-2: Space Sudoku cover
Developer
Frozax Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.5 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A calm, methodical logic puzzle where you carefully plan each move to illuminate planets at your own pace.

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What players say

Players call it a sudoku-like puzzle where you place stars and asteroids to illuminate planets. They find it addictive and relaxing, with endless daily puzzles (60 per day as of 2023). Some say the auto-generated levels make progression feel interchangeable, and that easier puzzles can be solved with rote deductions.

Screenshots

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