THE PLAYBOOK · HONGRENYOU
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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
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. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally.
As a new player, 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.
While learning, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
When I return, 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.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Star Battle use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
