THE PLAYBOOK · CDBRM
How to play Match Three
Make Match Three your next activity in the game library. Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- Swap adjacent pieces to make a line of three or more.
- Matched pieces disappear.
- Falling pieces can trigger cascades.
- Reach the target before running out of moves.
Controls
Tap adjacent cells. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
A swap making no match is reverted. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Match Three?
For clarity: Score 900 points in twenty-five moves.
Before I begin, how do I control Match Three?
Keep this in mind: Tap adjacent cells.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Match Three?
Keep this in mind: A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Match Three?
A swap making no match is reverted.
While reading the Guide, what format does Match Three offer?
8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
Which play mode does Match Three use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.