The Sudoku With Only 2 Given Digits

The video begins with an introduction to the Tuesday edition of 'Cracking the Cryptic,' acknowledging a previous day's error and discussing the Dutch Miracle Sudoku created by Aardvan Deveitering from the Netherlands. The puzzle is noted for its minimal starting digits and unique rule set, a variation of Dutch Whispers, which intrigues the host. The video also includes birthday wishes for two viewers, Kyle and Kyra, and mentions an ASMR Sudoku video that received mixed reactions. The host then discusses the Patreon channel and its monthly reward, encouraging viewers to participate and seek help on Discord if needed. Lastly, the host corrects a mistake about live streaming a game called 'Mist,' which caused motion sickness, and shifts the focus to a different game, 'Goro Goa,' which is motion sickness-free.

The host delves into the rules of the Dutch Miracle Sudoku, explaining that normal Sudoku rules apply with an additional twist: each positive diagonal must have unique digits and adjacent digits must differ by at least four. The host attempts to solve the puzzle, highlighting the importance of tracking diagonal digits and the challenge of dealing with the 'Dutch Whispers' rule, which allows a 5 on the diagonal but disrupts the natural oscillation between high and low digits. The host uses different colors to represent the diagonals and works through the logic, noting the difficulty of placing a 5 without breaking the diagonal rule.

The host continues to work on the Dutch Miracle Sudoku, focusing on the placement of the number 6 and its restrictions due to the diagonal rules. The host uses logical deduction to determine that 6 can only be placed in certain cells, flanked by 1s and 2s. The process is complex, with the host considering various possibilities and ruling out certain numbers based on the Sudoku and Dutch Whispers rules. The host also discusses the placement of other numbers, such as 4 and 5, and how they interact with the diagonal restrictions, leading to a better understanding of the puzzle's structure.

The host identifies a pattern in the diagonals, noting a cycle of numbers that emerges as the puzzle progresses. The recognition of this pattern aids in filling in more numbers across the diagonals. The host uses a combination of Sudoku principles and the specific rules of Dutch Miracle to deduce the placement of numbers like 8, 3, 7, and 4. The host experiences moments of doubt but ultimately confirms the logic behind the puzzle's construction, leading to the successful completion of the puzzle.

The host expresses admiration for the puzzle's design, acknowledging the creativity and challenge presented by the Dutch Miracle Sudoku. The host reflects on the process of solving the puzzle, highlighting the importance of understanding the constraints of certain numbers and how they relate to the overall structure. The host invites viewers to share their experiences with the puzzle in the comments and signs off, promising another edition of 'Cracking the Cryptic' to come.