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How to Play Star Battle

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Follow the steps for 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. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.

Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.

Try a more deliberate round

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.

The purpose of your moves

Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.

How to proceed

  1. Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
  2. Respect fixed starter stars.
  3. Check rows, columns and coloured regions.
  4. Check puzzle verifies the final arrangement.

Choosing and moving on screen

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

Put the rules into context

A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.

An important reminder

Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

If you are unsure

When I return, what is the goal of Star Battle?

Keep this in mind: 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.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Star Battle?

Keep this in mind: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?

Keep this in mind: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.

While reading the Guide, what format does Star Battle offer?

Keep this in mind: Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.

When I return, which play mode does Star Battle use?

Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

Before I begin, where should I start with Star Battle?

For clarity: Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.

For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Star Battle?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While learning, how can I find Star Battle again?

The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

For my first round, how do I report an issue with Star Battle?

Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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