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Featured Puzzle: Argyle Sudoku #1

ByJacob Valdez

Today is National Argyle Day, celebrating the pattern based on the tartan of Clan Capbell of Argyll in western Scotland. This pattern has been in use since the 17th century. Today’s puzzle is an Argyle Sudoku.

  • Normal Sudoku rules apply. Place numbers 1-9 in each cell such that no digit repeats in any row, column, or 3×3 region.
  • In addition, you may not repeat a digit along any visible diagonal line.

Learn to solve Sudoku puzzles with our Solving Guide.

Want to try it online? Click here!

The completed grid. I hope you enjoyed it!

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