# Real Hitori

> Logic puzzle game to eliminate numbers with unique row/column constraints. (iPhone/iPad app by Deucher.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-hitori/id981655527 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Deucher](https://appshunter.io/developer/446639517)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 127 App Store ratings · 71 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 101 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-04-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-hitori/id981655527/reviews.md

## What is Real Hitori?

If you enjoy Sudoku you will love Hitori. Unlike Sudoku, all numbers are given in the grid. The objective is to eliminate numbers by filling in the squares such that remaining cells do not contain numbers that appear more than once in either a given row or column.

Filled-in cells cannot be horizontally or vertically adjacent, although they can be diagonally adjacent. The remaining un-filled cells must form a single component connected horizontally and vertically.

Real Hitori is a very elegant game, providing fabulous gameplay experience.

- Clean board, providing hours of pleasure gameplay; 
- Handmade unique challenging games. All games and categories were designed to fit a 9x9 board without compromising quality and the need of zooming; 
- No locked levels. Play whatever you want whenever you want;
- Autosave game. You don't need to worry if you don't have much time to play. It will automatically save all unfinished games; 
- Simple menu context. Your game is just a few clicks away; 
- No in app music. You can play while listening your own iPod library; 
- High definition graphics for iPad, iPhone 4/4s/5/6 and iPod Touch;

## Key features

- Eliminate numbers with unique row/column rule
- Filled cells non-adjacent (horizontally/vertically)
- Remaining cells form single component
- Handmade challenging games
- No locked levels
- Autosave game progress

## What do users think of Real Hitori?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great puzzle quality
- 👍 Addictive and challenging
- 👍 Minimalist design
- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Easy to learn
- 👍 Relaxing to play
- 👍 Beautiful design
- 👍 Great for brain training
- 👍 Good for coffee breaks
- 👍 Superb interface
- 👍 Quality app

**Cons**

-  anúncios intrusive
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 😵 Unintuitive controls
- 🤔 Steep learning curve
- 😩 Ads interrupt gameplay
- ❓ Poor instructions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Ads start mid-game
- App closes after opening
- Bug in extreme levels (incorrect solutions registered)
- Puzzles 1 and 2 cannot be completed
- Game gets too easy after a while
- Doesn't register completion for 'Extreme 1'
- Error in Hard #2 puzzle
- Latest update messed up game
- Intermittently closes after opening

**Most requested features**

- Remove ads option
- Undo button
- Check solution button
- More levels
- Save progress
- Hints when stuck
- Contact information for developers
- Dark mode option
- Add grids up to 400 for each difficulty level
- Strategy help for harder levels
- Paid version to remove ads
- Check results as you go
- Improve help feature

## Recent user reviews (10 of 71)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-hitori/id981655527/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Adds steal my time

*2026-06-16*

I actually love this game and gave it 5 starts, but now when I select a difficulty an advertisement starts, that has a countdown timer. You have to watch about 17 seconds of the add and then once you start your game the timer already started 17 seconds ago.  I like to try and beat my times and this is not helping with that goal.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-05-19, version 1.2*

Once you get it you get it. The levels ave rated well. Wish I could get rid of the adds.

### 5/5 — H

*2026-01-20, version 1.2*

Muy divertido puedes quedarte un buen rato pensando

### 5/5 — Real pleasure!

*2025-12-19, version 1.2*

I like your app sooo much. Interesting and fascinating game for Japanese puzzle lovers.
I want to emphasise minimal app design. It contains nothing superfluous.

### 4/5 — Good

*2025-10-08, version 1.2*

Undo button is a must here

### 3/5 — Fun

*2024-02-13*

I really like this puzzle. I would have given it more stars but, It could use an option to check your progress. There is no way to try different combinations without having to start all over if you get off track.

### 5/5 — Loving this game

*2024-02-03, version 1.2*

Hoping you will add more levels to it.

### 2/5 — No way to stop ads

*2023-11-26*

Liked this app but there’s no option to skip long ads between games. Would have paid to turn the off.

### 5/5 — Almost perfect

*2023-09-04*

All that’s missing is an undo button.

### 5/5 — A great find!

*2023-07-01, version 1.2*

I have been a big fan of Real Kakuro for a long time but only yesterday discovered Real Hitori. I’m only three puzzles in on the Easy level, but I’ve already got the hang of it and am thoroughly enjoying it. Thanks!

## Frequently asked questions about Real Hitori

### What is Real Hitori?

Real Hitori is a logic puzzle game inspired by Sudoku. The goal is to strategically eliminate numbers from a grid so that the remaining numbers in each row and column are unique. It offers a challenging and elegant gameplay experience for puzzle lovers.

### How do I play Real Hitori?

You eliminate numbers by filling in cells. The rule is that remaining cells must not contain numbers that appear more than once in their respective row or column. Additionally, filled-in cells cannot be directly next to each other horizontally or vertically, and all un-filled cells must be connected.

### Is Real Hitori free to play?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase model for access to all features and content.

### What devices is Real Hitori compatible with?

The app is designed with High Definition graphics and is compatible with iPad, iPhone 4/4s/5/6, and iPod Touch devices. This ensures a visually appealing experience across a range of Apple mobile devices.

### Can I play Real Hitori offline?

The description does not explicitly state offline play capabilities. However, the mention of autosave and no locked levels suggests that the core gameplay can be enjoyed without constant internet connectivity, allowing for flexible play sessions.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-09-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Fixed extreme board #1 which was not being appropriately validated;
- Updated for 64 bits.

### 1.1 — 2015-05-01

Improved performance;
Icon has been polished.

### 1.0 — 2015-04-14

No release notes.

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