Choose the right pace
Pick 6×6 or 9×9 grids, three difficulty levels, Classic or Blitz pacing, and digits, colours or shapes.
Nearby multiplayer Sudoku
Play one Sudoku. Together.
Sudoku Arena is a free nearby multiplayer Sudoku game for iOS and Android. Play solo, duel one friend, or gather up to eight people around the same 6×6 or 9×9 puzzle, with shared progress and no account.
Public store version observed: 1.1 · iOS/iPadOS 15 or later · Android · Free
UP TO 8 PLAYERSOne shared nearby puzzle
NO ACCOUNTLocal profile and history
6×6 OR 9×9Classic or Blitz pace
How nearby play works
From room to shared grid in three steps.
- 1
Create a nearby room
The host chooses Duel or Group and creates a room on a compatible device.
- 2
Invite with a code or QR
Nearby players enter the short-lived room code or scan the host’s QR invitation.
- 3
Solve the same puzzle
Everyone gets the same grid and timer and can follow shared progress during the match.
Nearby does not mean radios off. Mobile data and internet access are not required for nearby matches, but Bluetooth or Wi-Fi must remain enabled. Connection availability depends on compatible devices and system conditions.
What you can verify
A social Sudoku that still works locally.
Keep useful tools
Notes, hints, undo, pause, rematches and five optional variants are included in the public store description.
Return every day
Public version 1.1 adds a Daily Challenge: the same challenging 9×9 grid for each date, generated on the device and available offline.
Keep history on-device
Your profile, preferences, results, local ranking, streaks, records and opponent history stay on your device.
Nearby vs online category
Know what kind of multiplayer you are choosing.
| Question | Sudoku Arena nearby play | Typical online Sudoku category |
|---|---|---|
| Who can join? | Compatible players physically nearby, up to eight | Often remote players through internet matchmaking |
| Connection | Bluetooth or Wi-Fi stays enabled; no mobile data or internet access required | Usually requires an active internet service |
| Identity | No account required | May require a guest profile, login or online account |
| Competition | Shared nearby grid, timer and progress | May use separate boards, global rankings or remote lobbies |
“Typical online” describes common category patterns, not every competing app. Sudoku Arena does not claim global matchmaking, a cloud account or an online leaderboard.
Planning a match
Three practical ways to play.
Connection guide
Nearby multiplayer Sudoku
Understand rooms, codes, QR invitations and radio requirements.
Friends guidePlay Sudoku with friends
Choose Solo, Duel or Group for the people around you.
Event guideRun a group Sudoku tournament
Organise fair local rounds without implying online tournament features.
Frequently asked questions
Before you start a room.
Can I play Sudoku Arena without internet access?
Nearby play does not require mobile data or internet access, but Bluetooth or Wi-Fi must remain enabled on compatible devices.
How many people can play nearby?
Sudoku Arena supports a duel or a nearby group of up to eight players on the same puzzle.
Does Sudoku Arena require an account?
No. You can play without creating an account, and profiles, preferences, results and opponent history are stored on the device.
Can I match with strangers online?
No such claim is made. Sudoku Arena is documented for solo play and nearby Duel or Group rooms, not global matchmaking.
Which version is publicly listed?
Version 1.1 was observed on the public App Store and Google Play listings on 30 August 2026.
Ready when the group is