Underplayed Gems

Killer Sudoku (2020)

Killer Sudoku cover
Developer
Studio Goya
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 130 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A calm, methodical puzzle game where you fill grids using logical deduction from cage sums, feeling like a satisfying mental workout.

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What players say

Players appreciate the challenging puzzles and clean interface, but complain about missing basic features like background music, achievements, and a screenshot option after solving. The note-taking system is widely criticized as inconsistent, and some find the difficulty curve steep for newcomers. A few players also note that certain puzzles feel computer-generated rather than hand-crafted.

Screenshots

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