# Sudoku -- official Nikoli — Selected 200 good puzzles

> Official Nikoli Sudoku puzzles with guided learning for all skill levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Crisp Co.,Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-official-nikoli/id6444442602 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Crisp Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/450691721)
- Category: Games, Education, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 36 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2022-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-official-nikoli/id6444442602/reviews.md

## What is Sudoku?

Even first-timers can have fun! Carefully selected 200 good Sudoku puzzles from Nikoli, the home of Sudoku!
Includes how-to guides and explanatory videos. This is a Sudoku application that can be enjoyed by everyone from very beginners to experts.

# From very beginner to advanced! Questions listed by difficulty level!
Questions are listed according to difficulty levels: super beginner, beginner, intermediate, and advanced, so everyone from beginners to experts can enjoy the puzzles.

# Original problems by Nikoli, the puzzle group that created Sudoku!
The puzzles are created by Nikoli, the puzzle group that created Sudoku, which is loved in 100 countries around the world, and are therefore full of good problems. Each puzzle has only one answer (there is no alternative solution). The exhilaration when you solve a puzzle is exceptional because you can always arrive at the correct answer if you solve it logically and not by guessing.

# Rules, solving instructions are included, so even first-timers don't have to worry!
Did you know that there are 6 ways to solve a Sudoku? Nikoli's Sudoku puzzles can be solved in any of these six ways, and you can enjoy solving them while learning how to solve Sudoku puzzles, with links to explanations.

* ""SUDOKU"" is a registered trademark of Nikoli, Inc.
* This application is produced under a formal license agreement from Nikoli, Inc.

## Key features

- 200 curated Sudoku puzzles
- Puzzles by Nikoli, the originators of Sudoku
- Difficulty levels from super beginner to advanced
- Includes how-to guides and explanatory videos
- Each puzzle has a single, logical solution
- Learn 6 different solving methods

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Add more sudoku | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-official-nikoli/id6444442602/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No more timer please

*2025-01-29*

It’s so stressful to watch it counting down, an option to turn it off would be much appreciated. And there are ads!

### 5/5 — Nikoli has the BEST sudoku puzzles

*2024-02-20*

If you’re looking for a sudoku app, this is the one to get.  No ads, no nonsense you get with other gaming apps.  Super high quality puzzles.  Free version has several puzzles of varying difficulty to try.  Premium version is also worth it—100%.  

The app has a clean interface, and quality of sudoku puzzles is still unmatched at all skill levels.  They are always thoughtfully designed, and you can sense a “flow” in the logic when solving (randomly generated puzzles often lack this experience).

I am a long-time fan and supporter of Nikoli puzzles from when they used to appear in GAMES magazine back in the early 2000’s and their online puzzle platform (please bring this back!!).  

I miss the multi-player environment of their online platform where you could see how others solved the same puzzle, and compare times.  It helped me improve my skills immensely.  I hope they can develop their apps further to bring some of that magic back. 🤞.

## Frequently asked questions about Sudoku

### Does Sudoku have ads?

Yes, Sudoku contains advertisements. This is common for free puzzle games that offer in-app purchases.

### What is the rating of Sudoku?

Sudoku has a rating of 4.2 stars based on 5 ratings.

### How many puzzles are included in Sudoku?

Sudoku includes 200 carefully selected puzzles from Nikoli, the creators of Sudoku.

### Is Sudoku suitable for beginners?

Yes, Sudoku is designed for all skill levels, including beginners. It features super beginner difficulty levels and includes how-to guides and explanatory videos.

### What devices support Sudoku?

Sudoku is supported on iPhones and iPods.

### When was Sudoku last updated?

Sudoku was last updated on October 19, 2024.

### Can I play Sudoku offline?

The provided data does not specify if Sudoku can be played offline. However, many puzzle games offer offline functionality.

### What is the age rating for Sudoku?

Sudoku has an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2024-10-19

Stage selection Bug fixed

### 1.2.8 — 2024-09-24

Added a function to change the color of the keyboard text when the note-taking function is enabled.

### 1.2.7 — 2024-07-25

Update frameworks.

### 1.2.6 — 2024-05-12

update for the Privacy Manifest.

### 1.2.5 — 2024-02-14

adjust iPhone SE layout

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