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How to Play Star Battle

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Getting started with Star Battle

Try Star Battle at your own pace and keep its objective in view. 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.

The goal to keep in mind

Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.

The order of play

  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.

Keyboard and screen controls

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

A closer look at one example

A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.

An important reminder

Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Check the rule before repeating the action. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.

Helpful answers for players

For a quick reminder, 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.

How do I control Star Battle?

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Star Battle?

The key detail is this: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?

The key detail is this: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.

For a quick reminder, 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.

For this browser game, 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.

For my first round, where should I start with Star Battle?

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

For a quick reminder, 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.

As a new player, how can I find Star Battle again?

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

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.

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