How to play Kakuro
Kakuro is a crossword made of numbers. Every white square takes a digit from 1 to 9. The split clue squares give sums: the number above the diagonal is the total of the run of white squares to its right, the number below the diagonal is the total of the run below it. A digit can't repeat inside a run.
Controls
- Tap a white square (or use the arrow keys) and enter a digit with the keypad or keyboard.
- The helper line under the grid lists every digit combination that fits the selected square's across (→) and down (↓) runs, taking digits you've already placed into account.
- Notes (✎ / N / Shift+digit), Undo/Redo, Hint, Check and Pause are always available.
Tips
Learn the "magic" sums with only one combination: 3 in two = 1+2, 4 in two = 1+3, 16 in two = 7+9, 17 in two = 8+9, 6 in three = 1+2+3, 24 in three = 7+8+9. Where two such runs cross, the shared square is often forced. Small, medium and large grids; every puzzle has exactly one solution.
About this kakuro
A crossword of numbers: fill runs that add to the clues without repeats. Play Kakuro free in your browser on desktop, tablet or phone. It works offline once loaded — perfect for travel. Your progress and best scores are saved on your device. Popular searches: cross sums.
Kakuro FAQ
Is Kakuro free to play?
Yes. Kakuro is completely free on GamesVora. There is nothing to download or install and you don't need an account.
Can I play Kakuro offline?
Yes. Once you have opened GamesVora while online, Kakuro is saved on your device and you can keep playing without an internet connection.
Does Kakuro work on mobile phones and tablets?
Yes. Kakuro works in any modern browser on Android phones, iPhones, iPads, tablets, laptops and desktop computers, with touch, mouse and keyboard controls.
Is my progress saved?
Your settings, best scores and statistics are saved in your browser on this device. Clearing your browser data will reset them.
What other games are like Kakuro?
If you enjoy Kakuro, try the other games in our Logic Puzzles collection — they are all free and work offline too.
