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Star Battle: from controls to your first round
Make Star Battle your next activity in the game library. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.
One thing to notice as you play
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
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.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
Your inputs
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.
Try this example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Helpful answers for players
As a new player, what is the goal of Star Battle?
For clarity: Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally.
When I return, how do I control Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For my first round, what example helps explain Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
For clarity: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
While learning, what format does Star Battle offer?
Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
On this playing page, 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.
When I return, where should I start with Star Battle?
For clarity: Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Star Battle?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, 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?
The key detail is this: 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.
