THE PLAYBOOK · RHEFM
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. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. 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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Score 900 points in twenty-five moves. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. 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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
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. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Match Three?
Keep this in mind: Score 900 points in twenty-five moves.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Match Three?
Tap adjacent cells.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Match Three?
A horizontal swap can complete a vertical line.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Match Three?
For clarity: A swap making no match is reverted.
For my first round, what format does Match Three offer?
For clarity: 8×8 board, move budget, cascades and no-legal-move handling.
As a new player, 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.