A Different Kind of Magic
(Published on 5. March 2023, 18:25 by Myxo)
Magic Squares are an extremely restrictive Sudoku constraint. In this puzzle, they are allowed to have repeated digits, which allows for some fun and easy deductions. Enjoy!
Rules:
Normal Irregular Sudoku rules apply. Place the digits 1-9 exactly once in each row, column and thick-outlined region.
Digits seperated by a white dot have a difference of the indicated number.
Digits seperated by a black dot have a ratio of the indicated number.
(Not all white and black dots are necessarily given.)
All cages are Magic Squares: In a Magic Square, all rows, columns and length-3-diagonals sum to the same total. Digits may repeat in Magic Squares.
Solution code: Row 5
Comments
on 7. August 2023, 08:10 by Christounet
Clever ! Thanks :)
on 14. March 2023, 23:04 by Crusader175
Brilliant approach to Magic Squares with repeats.
on 13. March 2023, 23:46 by Nell Gwyn
It was super easy for me because I've spent entirely too much time thinking about magic squares, including ones with repeats. But getting to put that knowledge to use was wonderfully fun!
on 11. March 2023, 00:10 by ttcbywho
我不能在CTC里玩
on 8. March 2023, 10:33 by Niverio
Neat. While I still do not like Magic square as a constraint at all, this had some intriguing moments. Thanks :)
on 8. March 2023, 06:00 by alanb
Not what I expected when I first looked at the grid. Intriguing solution!
on 8. March 2023, 01:30 by Samish
Flawless puzzle! Deceptively clever break-in :P
on 7. March 2023, 23:39 by antiknight
Beautiful idea and execution !
on 7. March 2023, 23:01 by Hydalin
A very nice setup but once you find the break-in, it falls apart very quickly. 16 minutes for me.
Thank you, Myxo, for that nice puzzle!
on 7. March 2023, 22:17 by ademjaz
An amazing idea! Once you understand the "secrets" everything falls apart, it was so satisfying. Thanks Myxo!
on 6. March 2023, 19:46 by mathpesto
Extremely satisfying!
on 5. March 2023, 19:47 by Al Fresco
Very enjoyable and interesting to solve. A refreshing change from a standard magic square. Thanks Myxo
on 5. March 2023, 19:44 by Piatato
Neat idea, and very well executed!
on 5. March 2023, 18:39 by chameleon
The puzzle is approachable, but in an interesting way. Very fun to solve!
