How do I play Nines?
Nines is competitive sudoku. Fill every row, column and 3 by 3 box with the digits 1 to 9 before your time runs out.
Applies toNinesUpdated September 15, 2026
The goal
Complete the 9 by 9 grid so that every row, every column and every 3 by 3 box has each digit from 1 to 9 exactly once. Some cells are filled in to start, and every puzzle has exactly one solution.
Playing
- Tap a cell, then tap a digit.
- Use notes to pencil in possible digits while you work. You can also switch on automatic pencil marks.
- Mistakes are not pointed out, and there are no hints. You can change any digit you entered before time runs out.
Difficulty and time
| Difficulty | Time limit |
|---|---|
| Easy | 5 minutes |
| Medium | 10 minutes |
| Hard | 15 minutes |
You are only placed in tournaments at the difficulty levels you have switched on. Every player in a tournament gets the same puzzle.
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