THE PLAYBOOK · CDBRM
How to play Star Battle
Choose a round of Star Battle and settle into its rules. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. 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.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- 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.
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 one clear input at a time.
A useful example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
The key detail is this: 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?
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 learning, 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Star Battle use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.