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How to play Match Three
Match Three gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
Keep the aim in sight
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- Swap adjacent pieces to make a line of three or more.
- Matched pieces disappear.
- Falling pieces can trigger cascades.
- Reach the target before running out of moves.
Controls
Tap adjacent cells. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
A swap making no match is reverted. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Match Three?
For clarity: Score 900 points in twenty-five moves.
For my first round, how do I control Match Three?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap adjacent cells.
What example helps explain Match Three?
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Match Three?
The key detail is this: A swap making no match is reverted.
As a new player, what format does Match Three offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
For my first round, which play mode does Match Three 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.