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Sudoku: The World's Favorite Number Puzzle
Sudoku, meaning "single number" in Japanese, has become one of the world's most popular puzzles despite its deceptively simple rules. Players must fill a 9×9 grid so that each row, column, and 3×3 box contains all digits from 1 to 9.
From Switzerland to Global Phenomenon
Though associated with Japan, Sudoku's roots trace to 18th-century Swiss mathematician Leonhard Euler's "Latin squares." American Howard Garns created the modern version in 1979, but it was Japanese publisher Nikoli who refined and named the puzzle. The global craze began in 2004 when The Times of London started featuring daily Sudoku, quickly spreading to newspapers worldwide.
Why We Love It
Sudoku's appeal lies in its perfect balance of simplicity and challenge. No math skills are needed—just logic and patience. The puzzle scales from beginner-friendly grids solvable in minutes to expert-level challenges that test even seasoned solvers.
Research suggests regular Sudoku solving may improve concentration, memory, and logical thinking. In our digital age, it offers a meditative escape that exercises the mind while providing genuine relaxation.
From mobile apps to world championships, Sudoku has spawned an entire ecosystem of variants and communities. Twenty years after its international breakthrough, this humble number grid continues to prove that sometimes the best entertainment comes from the simplest ideas.
