Sudoku playing board, system and method

Abstract

The present invention is concerned with a game board and system for playing multiple Sudoku type problem-solving games. The system comprises a three-dimensional board having a first array of n² identical cavities arranged in a square matrix and at least one second array totaling at least n² identical cavities arranged in at least n series of n cavities, at least n identical series of n pegs adapted to fit in said cavities in a plurality of definite angular positions, each peg defining a body having opposite first and second end faces, each peg in a series having its first face bearing one of a series of n different indicia. The body preferably has a polygonal cross-section and the system may further comprise a plurality of rings adapted to slide about the perimeter of said body. A method of playing Sudoku type problem-solving games using the system is further provided.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention generally relates to puzzle games for self-amusement and more specifically, the present invention is concerned with a game board, system and method for playing multiple Sudoku type problem-solving games.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]A rapidly growing problem solving self-amusement game involves filling a square matrix (grid) of n by n cells (squares or spaces) with n symbols, the matrix being divided into n independent groups of √n by √n cells. Each symbol must be placed only once in a given row, a given column and a given group. A problem is submitted by providing a partly filled grid to be completed by a player. Such a game often called SUDOKU, is most of the time played in a matrix of nine by nine cells with nine different symbols, such as numerals 1 to 9 or letters or any other symbols. For example it could also be played using nine different color dots or any series of nine different indicia. Larger or smaller problems may be...

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Benefits of technology

[0005]An object of the present invention is therefore to provide a Sudoku type problem-solving game playing board, system and method obviating the limitations and drawbacks of the prior art devices and methods and providing other advantageous features.

Problems solved by technology

This traditional playing means requires many cycles of writing and erasing throughout the successive iterations and does not provide the user with a clear representation and view of the current status of the game.

However, due to the small display size, a player does not have a good view of the game status and has no means to code symbols in cells according to their status, such as “given”, “sure” or “trial”.

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