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The essentials of playing 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. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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.
Your inputs
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
If you are unsure
While reading the Guide, 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.
When I return, how do I control Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Star Battle?
The key detail is this: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
What should I watch out for in Star Battle?
For clarity: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
For this browser game, what format does Star Battle offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
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 my first round, where should I start with Star Battle?
Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Star Battle?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Star Battle again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For this browser game, 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.