Puckdoku
Puckdoku is a game, a thrilling and challenging experience for hockey enthusiasts that combines the excitement of Sudoku with the knowledge of NHL players and their achievements. In Puckdoku, participants are tasked with strategically selecting players to fill in the grid based on specific row and column criteria. However, there's a catch - players must meet certain rules and criteria to be eligible for selection, adding an element of strategy and hockey expertise to the game.
How to play Puckdoku
Player Eligibility: To be considered for selection, players must have played at least one regular season NHL game for the specified team. This ensures that only players with genuine NHL experience with a team are included in the game.
Award/Stat Criteria: In some cells, players must have recorded a specific award or stat while playing for the indicated team during that particular season. This adds complexity to the game, as participants need to match player achievements with the corresponding team and season.
Teams Played and Relocations: When teams have relocated, they are treated as a single team for the "Teams Played" category. Players' achievements follow the franchise even after relocation, so players like Kovalchuk count for the present-day Winnipeg Jets despite the team's history of moving.
Team Relocations Back Under the Same Name: If a team has been moved back under the same name, they are not considered the same team for the game. For example, the 1990s Winnipeg Jets are not equivalent to the present-day Jets, ensuring that players' achievements with distinct teams are recognized accordingly.
One Player Per Selection: To promote diversity in player picks, participants can only use each player once throughout the game. This encourages strategic thinking and avoids repetitive selections of players with rare achievements.
Non-Changeable Guesses: Once a player is chosen and placed in a cell, the guess cannot be changed. This adds an element of risk and requires careful consideration before making a selection.
Shots and Scoring: Every player pick, regardless of its correctness, counts as a shot. The goal is to minimize the total shots taken to achieve a lower score.
Uniqueness Calculation: Uniqueness is calculated by summing the percentages of each player's pick and adding 100 for each empty cell. The lower the final score, the more unique and skillful the player picks were.
Daily Games: A new Puckdoku game is available every day, providing participants with fresh challenges and opportunities to showcase their hockey knowledge and strategy.
Data Source: All player data used in Puckdoku is sourced from Stathead, ensuring accuracy and reliability in the game.
Puckdoku promises to be an exciting way for hockey fans to test their NHL knowledge, strategic thinking, and puzzle-solving skills while enjoying the thrill of the game each day. So, lace up your skates, grab your hockey stick, and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Puckdoku!