"V" is for Valid Puzzle
(Published on 10. February 2026, 08:00 by gincal)
THE RULES
• Normal 3X3 Sudoku rules apply: The grid must be filled with the numbers 1-3, such that every digit appears exactly once in every row and column.
• Diagonals: Digits may not repeat along the positive diagonal.
• Kropki Dots: A black dot separates two cells with a 1:2 ratio between them. Not every dot is necessarily given.
• X/V Pairs: A "V" separates two cells which add up to 5. Not every "V" is necessarily given.
Solution code: Row 1
Comments
on 16. February 2026, 21:13 by byale
Great first puzzle! I've never done a 3x3
on 13. February 2026, 13:16 by itsid
it is indeed one of the quickest sudokus I have ever solved... it was fun though
( not exactly a challenge but solve w/o blinking or breathing ;-))
on 11. February 2026, 01:51 by RussKozerski
Anyone who solved this puzzle and didn't give it a "very nice" rating, you should reevaluate your life choices. This should have a 100% rating. gincal worked through all the logic necessary to create a first puzzle, and it was elegant. The puzzle guided the solver through each step, much like the best sudoku puzzles do. Yes, it's easy. Yes it's simple. But it's still beautiful. Very nice. 100%. No doubt.
on 10. February 2026, 13:39 by Kirra
I didn't know a 3x3 puzzle could be so fun! Thanks for setting this one.
I myself have enjoying solving and later on setting a few puzzles. I look forward to solving more of your puzzles. All the best with your journey.
on 10. February 2026, 08:09 by CorpJigsQuand
That's a start. Congrats.
Had a break-in, middle section and a finish. All within 8 seconds.
Thanks for setting and keep them coming!
