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Star Battle: rules and examples
Star Battle gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Read the objective before making your first input. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
Bring this focus to a round
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
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. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
How your actions work
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. A new-round button replaces the current round.
An example before you play
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
Where a round can go wrong
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Questions that come up during play
For this browser game, 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.
On this playing page, 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.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
For my first round, what format does Star Battle offer?
For clarity: 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?
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 this browser game, where should I start with Star Battle?
For clarity: Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
On this playing page, 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.
When I return, how can I find Star Battle again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Star Battle?
For clarity: 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.