THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
Rules, controls and help for Match Three
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Match Three. Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
Build familiarity through play
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Input guidance
Tap adjacent cells. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Learn from a sample situation
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
Pay attention to this rule
A swap making no match is reverted. Check the rule before repeating the action. 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.
Questions that come up during play
While learning, what is the goal of Match Three?
The key detail is this: Score 900 points in twenty-five moves.
When I return, how do I control Match Three?
The key detail is this: Tap adjacent cells.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Match Three?
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Match Three?
For clarity: A swap making no match is reverted.
For a quick reminder, what format does Match Three offer?
For clarity: 8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
Before I begin, 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.
