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Star Battle: what to know before playing
Take a moment with Star Battle before moving to another game. 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
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.
What you are aiming for
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
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.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
See the idea in action
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
A few questions answered
For my first round, 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?
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Star Battle?
For clarity: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
For clarity: 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.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Star Battle use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Star Battle?
The key detail is this: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, 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.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.