VariantDoku Daily Puzzle: May 18
(Published on 18. May 2026, 12:37 by Brandy New)
Zero star puzzle.
Normal sudoku rules apply. Place the digits 1-4 once each in every row, column, and 2x2 box.
Thermometer: digits must strictly increase along each thermometer, starting from the bulb.
Kropki: digits separated by a black dot are in a 1:2 ratio (one digit is double the other).
Cells connected by a V sum to 5. Not all Vs are given.
Digits may not repeat along marked diagonals.
Solve in VariantDoku (iOS) or on SudokuPad.
Solution code: Enter the digits of row 4 (no spaces).
Comments
on 25. May 2026, 02:12 by Dantheman8urham
nice puzzle sovled it in 58 seconds good for begineers who are trying to get into vareint sudoku
on 20. May 2026, 13:53 by macintux
I’m a big fan of snacks, thanks for putting this series together for us.
on 20. May 2026, 02:25 by rojspencer
Nice beginner puzzle
on 19. May 2026, 07:36 by Ganbatte
Agree with @supersim2000 that this is a zero-star as stated. That would actually be a helpful level for those just starting, like the zero level in rock climbing.
on 18. May 2026, 16:29 by supersim2000
I don't understand the negative ratings.
It's a very easy puzzle, as stated in the description, and the thermometer, kropkis and diagonals complement each other.
