THE PLAYBOOK · TCJSJT
How to play Star Battle
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Star Battle. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. 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.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
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.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Star Battle?
The key detail is this: 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?
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?
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
What should I watch out for in Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
For my first round, 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 a quick reminder, which play mode does Star Battle use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.