Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Witan Entertainment
- Publishers: Libredia
Sudokuball Detective: A Unique and Challenging Puzzle Game
Sudokuball Detective is a unique and challenging puzzle game that combines Sudoku with a detective story. The game was developed by Japanese studio Empty and released in 2014 for iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch.
The game takes place in a small town where a murder has been committed. The player takes on the role of a detective who must solve the crime by completing different styles of Sudoku puzzles. The puzzles represent separate stages of the investigation, such as searching for clues, picking locks, investigating evidence in the lab, and chasing the suspect.
The Sudoku puzzles in Sudokuball Detective are all variations on the classic Sudoku puzzle. However, the game’s unique 3D ball mechanic adds a new level of challenge. The ball can be twisted and turned to view the puzzles from different angles, which can make it difficult to see all of the numbers at once.
In addition to the storyline, Sudokuball Detective also features a number of extra puzzles in different gameplay modes. These puzzles can be played competitively against other players or against the clock.
Sudokuball Detective is a well-made and challenging puzzle game that is sure to appeal to fans of Sudoku and detective stories. The game’s unique 3D ball mechanic adds a new level of challenge to the classic Sudoku puzzle, and the detective story is engaging and well-written.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Sudokuball Detective is simple to learn but difficult to master. The player controls a 3D ball that contains six Sudoku puzzles. The ball can be twisted and turned to view the puzzles from different angles.
The player’s goal is to complete all of the puzzles on the ball. To do this, the player must fill in the empty squares with numbers from 1 to 9. The numbers must be placed in such a way that each row, column, and 3×3 box contains all of the numbers from 1 to 9.
The puzzles in Sudokuball Detective are all variations on the classic Sudoku puzzle. However, the game’s unique 3D ball mechanic adds a new level of challenge. The ball can be twisted and turned to view the puzzles from different angles, which can make it difficult to see all of the numbers at once.
In addition to the storyline, Sudokuball Detective also features a number of extra puzzles in different gameplay modes. These puzzles can be played competitively against other players or against the clock.
Story
The story in Sudokuball Detective is engaging and well-written. The player takes on the role of a detective who must solve a murder in a small town. The investigation leads the player through a variety of locations, including a crime scene, a laboratory, and a suspect’s house.
Along the way, the player must complete a variety of Sudoku puzzles in order to progress the investigation. The puzzles represent different stages of the investigation, such as searching for clues, picking locks, investigating evidence in the lab, and chasing the suspect.
The story in Sudokuball Detective is full of twists and turns, and the player is never quite sure who the killer is until the very end. The game’s well-written dialogue and engaging characters make the story come to life.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Sudokuball Detective are simple but effective. The game’s 3D ball mechanic is well-implemented, and the puzzles are easy to see and understand. The game’s sound effects are also well-done, and they help to create a tense and atmospheric environment.
Conclusion
Sudokuball Detective is a well-made and challenging puzzle game that is sure to appeal to fans of Sudoku and detective stories. The game’s unique 3D ball mechanic adds a new level of challenge to the classic Sudoku puzzle, and the detective story is engaging and well-written.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding puzzle game, then Sudokuball Detective is definitely worth checking out.
Review Score
8/10
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