THE PLAYBOOK · 06HC
Read before your next round of Star Battle
Star Battle gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
Practice beyond the first move
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
The goal to keep in mind
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The steps to play
- Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
- Respect fixed starter stars.
- Check rows, columns and coloured regions.
- Check puzzle verifies the final arrangement.
Using the playing area
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
An example to follow
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
One detail worth checking
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Questions about this game
When I return, what is the goal of Star Battle?
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally.
For this browser game, how do I control Star Battle?
For clarity: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
While learning, what example helps explain Star Battle?
The key detail is this: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
Before I begin, what format does Star Battle offer?
The key detail is this: Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
While learning, which play mode does Star Battle use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.