Easy Samurai Sudoku

New to Samurai Sudoku? Easy puzzles are designed to teach the core constraint with minimal complexity. Each puzzle uses simpler configurations so you can focus on understanding the rule before anything else.

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What to expect at Easy level

Easy Samurai Sudoku puzzles are calibrated so the variant constraint alone is often enough to reveal cells directly. You'll rarely need to look beyond a single unit at a time. Mistakes are easy to catch because the constraint violations are obvious.

Recommended for players who have never tried Samurai Sudoku before, or those who prefer a relaxed, confidence-building experience.

Difficulty overview

LevelCluesTechniques neededAvg. time
Easy ManyBasic elimination5–10 min
Medium ModerateSingles, pairs10–20 min
Hard FewAdvanced logic20–40 min
Expert MinimalFull mastery40+ min

About Samurai Sudoku

Difficulty
★★★★★
5/5
Constraint Type
5 Overlapping Grids
Typical Givens
~30 per sub-grid
Avg. Solve (Easy)
45 min

Samurai Sudoku consists of five interlocking 9×9 grids arranged in an X shape — one central grid and four corner grids, all sharing a 3×3 box where they overlap. Each of the five sub-grids must independently satisfy standard Sudoku rules. Solving one sub-grid often provides clues that unlock another. The complete puzzle spans a 21×21 grid.

Solving Techniques for Easy Level

Technique Description Level
Sub-Grid Independence Each of the five 9×9 sub-grids satisfies standard Sudoku rules independently. Solve each one using all standard techniques. Beginner

Ready to go deeper? Try Medium Killer Sudoku to unlock Intermediate techniques.

Average Solve Time by Difficulty

Easy
45 min
Medium
90 min
Hard
150 min
Expert
240 min

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sub-grids are there?
Five: one central grid and four corner grids, all arranged in an X or plus shape.
How many cells are in a Samurai puzzle?
369 valid cells total — five 9×9 grids with four shared 3×3 corner boxes subtracted.