CNET Editors' review
Sudoku is a fun game, and thus Pure Sudoku has a lot going for it for that reason alone. The program itself, while serviceable, doesn't do much to impress.
The interface is simple and uncluttered, but is not particularly attractive. A vaguely Asian theme frames a changing background of photos ranging from the Great Wall to Stonehenge. To its credit, the program is very easy to navigate, allowing users to start playing in a matter of moments. Pure Sudoku offers four levels of difficulty, from "very easy" to "difficult." A variety of functions, including the ability to save games, get hints, and check one's work, are available only with the purchase of the deluxe version. The free version does offer some options; users can determine whether or not the game shows duplicate numbers and can turn the sound and random background images on and off. One particularly obnoxious feature of the program is the so-called full-screen mode; this is achieved by changing the monitor's resolution settings. No thanks.
The actual gameplay is fine; Sudoku is a simple game, and the program does not complicate it needlessly. Users can inelegantly make notes by clicking on a number from the left side of the screen, and then right-clicking to place it in a game square. Overall, Pure Sudoku is neither particularly impressive nor disappointing. Users who'd like to try it should be aware that uninstallation will leave a folder in their system's program files.
Publisher's Description
From Mochek Interactive:
Pure Sudoku is the free, visually and intellectually stimulating Sudoku puzzle game for your PC. It features easy to use controls, an attractive style and four difficulty settings for players of all skill levels. A deluxe version also exists for the very best Sudoku experience.
What's new in this version: Version 1.52 features graphical enhancements.
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 76 votes
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Current version:
3.6 starsout of 31 votes
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"Excellent interface"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Small program
Cons
Features in deluxe to be available in free????????????
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"the free version enables the user to enjoy playing"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
free version
easy to navigate in the programCons
the bar for choosing numbers is too far from the square and this requires too much movement from the player. a floating closed bar is more comfortable.
Summary
very good for the price
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"No cheating possible. Exercises your brain-power."
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Lots of games at four levels of play. Best of all, I play the FREE version.
Cons
clunky ... slow moving. Requires your full attention. I am certain there are other versions that are easier to play.
Summary
Beats playing solitaire all the time while passing time.
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"Great reproduction of the game I love on paper."
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Nearly fully functional for free. Cannot save game without purchase, but that didn't prevent me from enjoying the game fully.
Cons
I have no complaints.
Summary
Great game for the price.
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"Very easy to use."
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Legible, a little funky, and quick to let you know you're going wrong.
Cons
Ugly backgrounds. Having a choice of solid colors would help, as some of the pictures make it harder to see the action.
Summary
Great for the price.
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"Quick, easy and fun basic sudoku with no annoying ads."
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
multiple levels, many options in the free download
Cons
annoyingly difficult to quit
Summary
Solves my Sudoku needs.
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"It's OK but there are better"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Free, can warn of illegal numbers
Cons
Other free Sudoku has more features
Summary
This one is OK for whose who has basic knowledge of Sudoku and wants something free to play on PC but there are better free (or cheap) versions out there. I find myself playing one for my Android tablet and another for my DSi more than this version.
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"easy to navigate"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
big characters
Cons
none that i can think of
Summary
very good
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"Not funny, annoying"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
If you are looking for a great value sudoku with a decent selection of grids and a friendly game environment, try another program.
Cons
Graphics are poor, custom backgrounds, numbers & grid are not available.
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"Good time-killer game"
Version: Pure Sudoku 1.52
Pros
Nice artwork, easy game process
Cons
It's easy too much
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