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(based on 31 ratings)
Model Number: 535690
Located in: Games & Arcade, Indoor Games, Electronic Games
This handheld Sudoku game lets you solve these challenging number puzzles anywhere. And with the simple touchscreen and stylus, it's easy to use. The goal is easy: fill the 9x9 grid with numbers one through nine, ensuring each number is used only once in each mini 3x3 grid, row and column. Puzzle progress, however, can be very challenging. With this portable electronic Sudoku game, now you can challenge yourself wherever you go. 750 puzzles are grouped by difficulty and the "hint" and "undo" functions let you experiment with different moves. There's also a timer to test your speed. Game is licensed by the New York Times®—best known for their world-class crosswords and other mind puzzles.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
(based on 31 reviews)
94% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Entertaining (26), Fun (23), Thought provoking (18), Interactive (11), Can withstand use (11)
Cons:
Visually unpleasing (3)
Best Uses:
Adults (28), Family (11), Children (6)
Describe Yourself:
Avid gamer (13), Parent (13), Thrifty (9)
 
Good Sudoku electronic game
By StefanVerified Reviewer from Boca Raton, FL on 5/16/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Entertaining, Fun, Good screen, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Children, Family
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Good way to spend the time if you like Sudoku. This is a much better game and format than some of the cheap competitors.

 
NY Times scores a Touchdown!
By mark the bridge playerVerified Reviewer from Philadelphia, Pa on 4/23/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Stimulating
Best Uses:
Adults, Teenagers
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This product offers serious soduko players an opportunity to improve their skills. It offers a logical, easy to follow asytem to up your game.

 
Fun Game
By dmfnoleVerified Reviewer from Tampa on 3/7/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun
Cons:
Small boxes
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Fun little game to have. Boxes are little small so you have to have good eyesight!

 
Good past time
By Who caresVerified Reviewer from Richmond VA on 1/25/2008
Pros:
Entertaining
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Sunday morning coffee and Sudoko

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Gift
By MRVerified Reviewer from NY on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a great gift for sodoku or crossword enthusiasts!

 
A little difficult but fun.
By DadVerified Reviewer from Issaquah, WA on 1/18/2008
Pros:
Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Gift giver
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this as a gift for my 85 year old father. He has played other Suduko games and likes this one but finds it a little more difficult then some others.

 
I would buy this product again and agai
By DoreenVerified Reviewer from Lynbrook, NY on 1/18/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great Gadget for commutes and air travel.

 
Nifty little toy. Great gift.
By SueBeeVerified Reviewer from Kansas City, MO on 1/12/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Family
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Parent, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great fun, and easy to carry around.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
small and compact
By mickeyVerified Reviewer from Grapevine, TX on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

does not offer an option for putting in "trial" numbers

 
A great gift for Sudoku fans!
By PattyVerified Reviewer from Minnesota on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Entertaining
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

An entertaining game that goes anywhere.

 
A convenient way to pass the time
By SlickVerified Reviewer from Albany, NY on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Cons:
Difficult Instructions
Best Uses:
Adults, Family
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Using this product is a great way to keep your mind sharp and/or pass the time. I find it to be much more convenient than carrying a sudoku book around. If anything, getting the hang of use can be a little tricky....just try to follow the directions to a T...

 
Great product - needs a lighted screen
By Sudoku DadVerified Reviewer from New York on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Thought Provoking
Cons:
Visually Unpleasing
Best Uses:
Family
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Simple to use. "Hint" feature is handy. Screen is difficult to see because of limited contrast and glare. A backllight would be helpful.

 
Maybe the pencil and pen
By AmestarVerified Reviewer from Deerfield, IL on 1/7/2008
Pros:
Educational, Entertaining, Interactive
Cons:
Pencil and Pen are equal
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Thrifty
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

It's big and can't be packed in a bag as easily as a pad of paper and pen. More expensive than a booklet of sudoku puzzles. Interesting gift to lay around the house, but maybe not as a value for personal use

 
nice to travel with
By scottVerified Reviewer from essex , vt on 1/7/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

nice to have in the car when going on trips to pass the time

 
Crowd Pleasing Product
By AshVerified Reviewer from Newark, NJ on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Student
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I gave this as a gift and the recipient loves it. It is easy to use, doesn't strain your eyes, and you can bring it anywhere.

 
great game
By grandma 15Verified Reviewer from attleboro ma on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Children, Family
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Parent, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Game is very good at taking up time while waiting. You can bring it with you wherever you go. It is very handy

 
Great for Travel
By Eddie B.Verified Reviewer from Tennessee on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Children, Family
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Wife loves it. It was a Christmas gift to her. She has not let me use it yet!

 
"I would buy this product again
By Love to shopVerified Reviewer from Richmond Va on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Family
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Gave this as a gift and my son loved it, he had always wanted to try it and loves it. A great value.

 
This Product is Great
By HRVerified Reviewer from Dallas, TX on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I enjoy this new game, and having it compact makes it really nice.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Hard to read but fun to play
By JulVerified Reviewer from Dover, NH on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Educational, Entertaining, Fun, Interactive, Thought Provoking
Cons:
Not illuminating, Visually Unpleasing
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Adult
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Fits in your hand well, but hard to see.

 
Average
By The GamerVerified Reviewer from Houston, TX on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Fun
Cons:
Smaller than it looks, Visually Unpleasing
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The product is much smaller than it looks online. Also the numbers are very small and hard to read.

 
Great Item
By NatashaVerified Reviewer from Florida on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Educational, Fun, Interactive
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Educator
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great item, easy to use

 
"great game for all ages"
By D RoseVerified Reviewer from San Rafael, CA on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Educational, Entertaining, Fun
Best Uses:
Children, Family
Describe Yourself:
8year old wiz, Avid Gamer, Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Easy game for beginners. My eight year old find the games challenging but fun. Very easy to use.

 
Great way to kill time on a long flight.
By Jimmy DeanVerified Reviewer from Baton Rouge, LA on 12/19/2007
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My wife and I both like to use it.

 
Screen Glares Back At You
By stealthcatVerified Reviewer from Falls Church, VA on 12/19/2007
Pros:
Entertaining, Fun, Thought Provoking
Cons:
Too much glare on screen
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Husband loves puzzles
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this for my husband who solves puzzles way too easily. It has become a challenge with family & friends to find something he can't figure out quickly. I thought this would keep him busy for awhile & it works except for the glare on the screen. It has to be tilted at an angle to be used. Otherwise, it's a great idea for travel & just sitting around the house.

 
challenging puzzle
By JimVerified Reviewer from Virginia on 12/19/2007
Pros:
Thought Provoking
Cons:
Small numbers
Best Uses:
Adults, Children
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Numbers on screen are small and difficult to read in some light, especially for those with low vision.

 
I would buy this product again and again
By cc from ncVerified Reviewer from matthews, nc on 12/19/2007
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Entertaining, Fun, Great gift idea, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Children, Family
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I purchased this as a gift for an elderly uncle who loves sudoko. What a great gift for someone who has almost everything.

 
Smarter than the average Sudoku
By The CritterVerified Reviewer from Greenville, SC on 10/23/2007
Pros:
Can Withstand Use, Entertaining, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great for travel or when you need a distraction...

 
Fun on the Run
By moonshineVerified Reviewer from Knoxville, TN on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Entertaining, Interactive
Best Uses:
Adults
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really have enjoyed this game, especially on our frequent long trips!

 
I really enjoy [...]
By MikethefunVerified Reviewer from Oklahoma City on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Entertaining, Thought Provoking
Best Uses:
Adults, Family
Describe Yourself:
Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really enjoy using this product on long trips, which I often have to go on. There are many different puzzles, so you won't do the same one again.

 
i would by this product again
By sudoku loverVerified Reviewer from upstate new york on 8/16/2007
Pros:
Fun, great
Best Uses:
Family
Describe Yourself:
Avid Gamer, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

great game love it.....

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