Go! Sudoku

by UBI Soft

Product Features

• Pass the time - Go Sudoku provides the perfect companion for the daily commuter looking for an enjoyable way to pass the time
• Multiple game modes - Take to your commute with four main game modes at hand, including three multiplayer modes (Pass mode, Versus mode and Battle mode) and one single-player mode (Solo mode)
• Replay value - 1,000 mind-boggling puzzles will keep users entertained for ages, while up to 200 additional puzzles will be available for download
• Beginners welcome - For those unfamiliar with Sudoku, don't fret. Go! Sudoku comes equipped with both Training and Tutorial modes that teach beginners the basics of how to complete Sudoku puzzles of all difficulty levels.
• Picture perfect - Customizable game screen backgrounds allow the display of personal photos, providing the user with a sense of individuality

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000EHPOK0
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 21, 2006
• Average Customer Review: 1.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,349 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Sudoku is an addictive puzzle game that will keep you entertained for hours. Solved all 1,000 of the puzzles already? Well, download more and continue the mind teasing fun. Record keeping - Comprehensive Best Time tables for all 1,000 puzzles, with the option to merge records via the internet with other Go Sudoku players Help - An innovative help system permits up to five errors per puzzle without punishment, an added luxury whether you are a Sudoku master or a novice

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars More bugs than an infested kennel, April 2, 2006

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Erika Villablanca (Los Angeles, California) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Go! Sudoku (Video Game)

I'm updating my review as I have had the time to play this game. The flaws just pile up:

1) The game will warn you if you place an incorrect number. That alone ruins the game.

2) I though flaw #1 was bad until I started seeing the "Attention... please wait" pop-ups. The most annoying thing in a mind game. I have other PSPs that could take a lot of processing time, Winning Eleven 9 and NFS Most Wanted. Those are intense games with rich graphics. What could make a simple game like Sudoku require processing time? If I had to guess it would be the animated background I can't even get rid of.

3) The animated themes are simply annoying. After seeing the same animation over and over, is there a way to disable them avoiding the "Attention... please wait" popu-up at the same time? No such luck, you are stuck with them.

4) As of 4/9/06, the website has downloadable puzzles but no patches. If at least they made it up to paying customers by posting the utility they used to create the puzzles. But they'd have to actually care about them by releasing a patch first!!

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Defective Game, April 11, 2006

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Dr.J. (USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Go! Sudoku (Video Game)

I concur with the other reviews. This game has an annoying defect. I went so far as to contact tech support. This is what I was told.

"Response (Jason) - 04/10/2006 11:50 AM
Unfortunately, this is a known problem with the game that will occur when there is less than a 40% charge on the battery. We have already notified the developer of the game about the problem, but since the problem does not prevent a player from completing the game, the decision was made to not fix the problem. At this time, the only solution that I can offer you is to make sure that you have charged your battery as much as possible before playing."

However, this problem manifests itself after about 15 - 20 minutes or approximately 90% charge and not 40%. Most annoying is that Ubisoft is continuing to sell a knowingly defective product. Seems like there are laws against that.

This could be a fun game but the bug precludes that. Even if you feel this wouldn't bother you, I would not give them your money on principle.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Great idea... horrible bug [US version], April 10, 2006

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AppleJax - See all my reviews

= Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Go! Sudoku (Video Game)

The overall idea and implementation for this game is good. I think there are ways it could be improved.

But all that doesn't really matter. There is a horrible bug where a huge pop-up window comes up during game-play, basically covering the entire board. The pop-up says "ATTENTION! Please wait..." and takes about 5-10 seconds and then returns you to the game.

Apparently the issue is due to some buggy code that is checking your battery life. If you aren't at full battery power with the power cord plugged in, you'll start getting the pop-up and it will happen several times per game/board.

Some people may be able to still play through this, but I find it unplayable.