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Killer Sudoku Rules Explained

Killer Sudoku combines classic Sudoku rules with cage sums. Each cage has a sum target and digits cannot repeat inside a cage. SudokuPuzzles.net focuses on teaching Killer Sudoku with beginner-friendly explanations, practice puzzles, and printable PDFs.

Practice levels include Beginner, Easy, Medium, and Hard. Extreme difficulty is intentionally not offered here. Printable Killer Sudoku puzzles are available for offline study.

Killer Sudoku Rules GuideKiller Sudoku Cage Combinations

Killer Sudoku

Challenge your mind with the ultimate combination of Sudoku and math. Master the cages, solve the sums, and crack the case.

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Keyboard shortcuts: 1-9 to fill • Backspace to erase • Arrow keys to navigate • N for notes • Ctrl+Z to undo

What is Killer Sudoku?

Killer Sudoku follows the standard 9x9 Sudoku rules but replaces givens with "cages." Each cage shows a sum, and digits cannot repeat inside a single cage.

1

Standard Sudoku rules still apply for rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes.

2

Cages are groups of cells with a target sum displayed in the top-left.

3

No duplicate digits are allowed inside a single cage, regardless of rows or boxes.

Quick Start Guide

The "3" Cage

A 2-cell cage that sums to 3 MUST be 1 and 2. It's one of the best ways to start a puzzle.

The Rule of 45

Every row, column, and box must sum to exactly 45. Use this to find missing digits in cages that cross borders.

Full Rules GuideCombinations Table

Difficulty Ladder

From elementary school math to master-level logic.

Tutorial

Focuses on 2-cell cages and basic sums. Perfect for your first investigation.

Easy

Introduces 3-cell cages and simple Sudoku cross-refencing.

Medium

More complex intersections. Requires "Rule of 45" in many spots.

Hard

The true test. Intertwined cages that demand deep logical deduction.

Master the Cages

Practice makes perfect. Challenge yourself with different difficulty levels and track your progress as you become a Killer Sudoku expert.

Learn the RulesCage Combos Guide