Sudoku IQ Pro – Brain Training Puzzle Game


🎮 Hero Section (First Impression)

Sudoku IQ Pro is a modern brain-training puzzle game designed to challenge logic, improve focus, and deliver an engaging Sudoku experience on mobile devices. The game combines classic Sudoku gameplay with modern UI, progressive difficulty, and competitive elements to keep players motivated and mentally sharp.


📌 Game Overview

Sudoku IQ Pro is built for players who enjoy logic, speed, and progression. With multiple difficulty levels, time-based challenges, and leaderboard competition, the game offers both casual and competitive puzzle-solving experiences.


🎯 Project Objective

The primary goals of this project were to:

  • Create a clean and intuitive Sudoku game UI
  • Deliver a smooth and distraction-free gameplay experience
  • Introduce progressive difficulty and timed challenges
  • Encourage engagement through scores, leaderboards, and game modes
  • Ensure high performance across Android devices

👨‍💻 My Role & Responsibilities

  • Complete Android game development
  • UI/UX design and layout implementation
  • Game logic and puzzle generation
  • Difficulty progression system
  • Score calculation and leaderboard integration
  • Performance optimization and Play Store deployment

🧩 Core Gameplay & UI Design

▶ Home & Game Start Experience

The home screen provides a clear and welcoming entry point for players. Users can quickly resume their last game or start a new one, ensuring minimal friction before gameplay begins.

What this demonstrates:

  • Clean and minimal interface
  • Clear call-to-action buttons
  • Smooth navigation flow

▶ Difficulty Selection System

Players can choose from Easy, Medium, Hard, and Expert difficulty levels. Each level is visually distinct and designed to scale challenge progressively as the player improves.

What this demonstrates:

  • Well-structured progression system
  • User-friendly difficulty selection
  • Clear communication of challenge levels

▶ Puzzle Rush Mode (Timed Challenge)

Puzzle Rush mode introduces a time-based challenge, where players race against the clock with limited lives. This mode adds excitement and urgency to traditional Sudoku gameplay.

Key highlights:

  • Timed puzzle solving
  • Life-based challenge system
  • Increasing difficulty with progress

▶ Leaderboard & Competitive Play

The leaderboard system allows players to compare scores with others, encouraging competition and repeat engagement.

What this demonstrates:

  • Competitive gameplay mechanics
  • Player ranking and score tracking
  • Motivation through achievements and rankings

🧠 User Experience Highlights

  • Minimal and distraction-free UI
  • Smooth touch interactions
  • Clear visual hierarchy for numbers and controls
  • Optimized layouts for long play sessions

🛠️ Technology Stack

  • Android (Native Development)
  • React Native
  • Custom Game Logic Engine
  • Local Data Storage
  • Performance & Memory Optimization

🚧 Challenges & Solutions

Challenge: Keeping the UI clean while showing multiple game elements
Solution: Used minimal design, spacing, and icon-based indicators.

Challenge: Maintaining performance during timed gameplay
Solution: Optimized puzzle generation and state management.

Challenge: Making Sudoku engaging for long-term use
Solution: Introduced Puzzle Rush mode, difficulty scaling, and leaderboards.


✅ Final Result

Sudoku IQ Pro is now a polished, engaging, and performance-optimized puzzle game that blends classic Sudoku logic with modern gameplay mechanics. The app delivers a satisfying brain-training experience suitable for both casual players and competitive puzzle enthusiasts.


🔮 Future Enhancements

  • Global multiplayer challenges
  • Achievement badges and rewards
  • Dark mode & theme customization
  • Daily challenges and streak tracking

📲 Live on Google Play

🔗 Download App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.codemoksha.sudokuiqpro

About Kundan

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