Game guide · FYJYSW
Star Battle: how a round works
Read the aim of Star Battle, then make your first move. Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
The purpose of your moves
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
The steps to play
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Look at the feedback after the action.
See how the rules apply
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
A common point of confusion
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
A few questions answered
For this browser game, what is the goal of Star Battle?
For clarity: 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?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
As a new player, what example helps explain Star Battle?
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
The key detail is this: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
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 my first round, 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.
Where should I start with Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Star Battle?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
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 this browser game, how do I report an issue with Star Battle?
The key detail is this: 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.