[DEV] – Sudoku Puzzle – real-time Sudoku duels, solo challenges, and elective mechanics for added depth

Hey everybody,

I'm a solo indie dev, however before everything, I'm only a Sudoku participant.

Over time, I’ve performed a ton of Sudoku apps, and in some unspecified time in the future I spotted one thing bizarre: I needed to compete, not simply remedy puzzles alone.

So I began this challenge as a result of I needed real-time 1v1 Sudoku.

Not asynchronous scores. Not simply “beat right this moment’s puzzle.”

Precise reside matches, the place each transfer issues.

As soon as that concept was in place, the remainder got here naturally. Basic Sudoku alone is nice, however in a aggressive setting it will possibly get predictable. So I added unique sport modes and Energy-Ups that change how matches play out, creating tactical moments that preserve each gamers on their toes. Some examples:

– **Upside Down** – flips your opponent’s grid 180°, making them rethink their strikes

– **Time Drain** – steals a number of seconds from their clock

– **Stun** – freezes their actions for a brief second

– **Tiny Numbers** – makes numbers smaller to pressure additional focus

These mechanics are elective, however they add technique and depth with out taking away the core Sudoku expertise. You possibly can nonetheless play traditional Sudoku, or combine within the twists for a extra intense aggressive match.

The aim was to maintain it aggressive whereas nonetheless respecting what makes Sudoku enjoyable:

– Actual-time 1v1 matches

– Aggressive leaderboards for every mode and problem

– Development monitoring to see the way you enhance

– Energy-Ups that introduce tactical choices mid-game

– And all the basics of a strong traditional Sudoku expertise, with the choice for selection while you need it

It’s nonetheless very a lot a one-person challenge, and I’m determining what works and what doesn’t. I’d love to listen to how Android avid gamers and puzzle gamers really feel about this route.

Does aggressive Sudoku with real-time matches and Energy-Ups attraction to you? Would you strive one thing like this over a standard Sudoku app?

Android just for now.

If you wish to test it out:

Pleased to listen to sincere ideas, particularly from aggressive or puzzle-focused gamers.