Game guide · 2COPE
Read before your next round of Star Battle
Take a moment with Star Battle before moving to another game. 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. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Solve ten 6×6 puzzles with one star in every row, column and region. These boards use the one-star rule.
Take a closer look while playing
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
The goal to keep in mind
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. Start with a deliberate move.
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.
The controls to know
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.
Work through an example
A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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
As a new player, what is the goal of Star Battle?
For clarity: Place one star in each row, column and region, with no touching stars even diagonally.
Before I begin, 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.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Star Battle?
For clarity: A placed star rules out all eight neighbouring squares.
What should I watch out for in Star Battle?
Different rows do not make diagonal neighbours legal.
While learning, what format does Star Battle offer?
Keep this in mind: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Star Battle?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap to place a star, mark a cell or clear it.
For my first round, 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.
As a new player, how can I find Star Battle again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, 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.