Sekuta

Sekuta takes the form of a 3×3 grid, with a circled number at the centre of each of the four 2×2 blocks. The solver’s challenge is to place each of the numbers 1 to 9 in the grid, so that the four numbers in each 2×2 block add up to the circled number at its centre.

Sekuta is a simpler form of Sakuro, although that doesn’t make it easier to solve – it can be more challenging because there are fewer clues.

We can set starter numbers to give solvers a helping hand.

The puzzle’s small size makes it ideal for when space on the printed page is limited.