Arrow Sudoku in IOS

by Cracking the Cryptic

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

85/100

Arrow Sudoku is a brilliant evolution of the classic number puzzle, and this specific implementation is the gold standard for fans of the genre. For those who find standard Sudoku a bit repetitive, the 'Arrow' variant adds a fascinating layer of arithmetic logic: the number in a circle must equal the sum of the numbers along its attached arrow. It transforms a logic game into a math-based scavenger hunt.

The UI is clearly designed by people who actually play Sudoku. The note-taking tools are intuitive, and the app's clean, minimalist look prevents eye strain during long sessions. The difficulty levels are perfectly tiered—'Easy' serves as a great introduction to the arrow mechanic, while 'Expert' will challenge even the most seasoned Sudoku grandmasters. It is a deep, intellectual experience that is both meditative and genuinely challenging.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.1Thu May 12 2022

60 new puzzles!


Presented by Cracking The Cryptic, YouTube’s most popular Sudoku channel, comes a new game based on our frequently requested variant: Arrow Sudoku.

In Arrow Sudoku, every puzzle contains a handful of "arrows" laid out in unique patterns. The numbers found along the shaft of the arrow must sum up to the number at the base. This simple rule leads to endless variety in the puzzles you will conquer. Fans of our previous game Miracle Sudoku will enjoy the hybrid puzzles we have included in the collection including Arrow Knight and Arrow Sandwich puzzles. These puzzles were curated by Mark and Simon and include puzzles made by them as well as from a large number of guest creators. Fans of Cracking the Cryptic's YouTube channel will recognize many of these authors as some of the most talented creators working today!

In Cracking The Cryptic’s games, players start with zero stars and earn stars by solving puzzles. The more puzzles you solve, the more stars you earn and the more puzzles you get to play. Only the most dedicated (and cleverest) sudoku players will finish all the puzzles. Of course the difficulty is carefully calibrated to ensure lots of puzzles at every level (from easy through to extreme). Anyone familiar with their YouTube channel will know that Simon and Mark take pride in teaching viewers to be better solvers and, in these games, they always craft the puzzles with the mindset of trying to help solvers improve their skills.

Mark and Simon have both represented the UK many times at the World Sudoku Championship and you can find more of their puzzles (and lots of others) on the internet’s biggest sudoku channel Cracking The Cryptic.

Features:

100 beautiful arrow puzzles by Simon, Mark and guests from their channel


Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Presented by Cracking The Cryptic, YouTube’s most popular Sudoku channel, comes a new game based on our frequently requested variant: Arrow Sudoku.

In Arrow Sudoku, every puzzle contains a handful of "arrows" laid out in unique patterns. The numbers found along the shaft of the arrow must sum up to the number at the base. This simple rule leads to endless variety in the puzzles you will conquer. Fans of our previous game Miracle Sudoku will enjoy the hybrid puzzles we have included in the collection including Arrow Knight and Arrow Sandwich puzzles. These puzzles were curated by Mark and Simon and include puzzles made by them as well as from a large number of guest creators. Fans of Cracking the Cryptic's YouTube channel will recognize many of these authors as some of the most talented creators working today!

In Cracking The Cryptic’s games, players start with zero stars and earn stars by solving puzzles. The more puzzles you solve, the more stars you earn and the more puzzles you get to play. Only the most dedicated (and cleverest) sudoku players will finish all the puzzles. Of course the difficulty is carefully calibrated to ensure lots of puzzles at every level (from easy through to extreme). Anyone familiar with their YouTube channel will know that Simon and Mark take pride in teaching viewers to be better solvers and, in these games, they always craft the puzzles with the mindset of trying to help solvers improve their skills.

Mark and Simon have both represented the UK many times at the World Sudoku Championship and you can find more of their puzzles (and lots of others) on the internet’s biggest sudoku channel Cracking The Cryptic.

Features:

100 beautiful arrow puzzles by Simon, Mark and guests from their channel


Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 45 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Arrow Sudoku brings a fresh and mathematical challenge to the world's most popular number puzzle. Along with traditional Sudoku rules, each puzzle features circles with arrows. The digit in the circle is the sum of the digits along the arrow's path. With thousands of levels, daily challenges, and a smart hint system, it’s a perfect blend of arithmetic and logic for puzzle enthusiasts of all levels.

Features

1

Thousands of unique Arrow Sudoku levels

2

Intuitive note-taking and auto-check tools

3

Daily challenges with unique trophies

4

Beautifully clean and dark-mode compatible UI

Tips

Gameplays

Q&A

Standard Sudoku rules apply, but the number in the circle must equal the sum of the digits on its arrow.

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