THE PLAYBOOK · SIYIXINGGX
Star Battle: instructions and practice
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. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. 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.
Practice beyond the first move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.
Aim for this result
Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Work through the instructions
- 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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
An example before you play
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Pay attention to this rule
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Answers about the rules and controls
On this playing page, 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.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Star Battle?
For clarity: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Star Battle?
Keep this in mind: Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
For a quick reminder, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
