THE PLAYBOOK · HHDMY6
Read before your next round of Star Battle
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. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Follow the example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Pay attention to this rule
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Helpful answers for players
When I return, what is the goal of Star Battle?
For clarity: Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally.
For my first round, 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.
For my first round, what example helps explain Star Battle?
The key detail is this: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
For this browser game, 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.
On this playing page, 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.