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Know the goal in Bubble Shooter
Bring your attention to one round of Bubble Shooter. Clear the hanging bubbles before they reach the lower boundary. Look at what changes after your first action. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Look at what changes after your first action.
Original hexagonal matching board and bouncing projectiles.
A focus for your next round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
The objective of a round
Clear the hanging bubbles before they reach the lower boundary. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
From the start of a round
- Aim and fire.
- Attach bubbles to the cluster.
- Groups of three or more equal colours disappear.
- Floating groups drop; five misses lower the ceiling.
Making selections and moves
Pointer/touch aim, angle controls and Fire. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
See how the rules apply
Removing one support can drop a larger mixed-colour group below it. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
Pay attention to this rule
Contact with a different colour is not a match. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Read these answers for extra help
Before I begin, what is the goal of Bubble Shooter?
For clarity: Clear the hanging bubbles before they reach the lower boundary.
For this browser game, how do I control Bubble Shooter?
For clarity: Pointer/touch aim, angle controls and Fire.
While learning, what example helps explain Bubble Shooter?
Keep this in mind: Removing one support can drop a larger mixed-colour group below it.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Bubble Shooter?
Keep this in mind: Contact with a different colour is not a match.
While learning, what format does Bubble Shooter offer?
The key detail is this: Original hexagonal matching board and bouncing projectiles.
When I return, which play mode does Bubble Shooter use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For my first round, where should I start with Bubble Shooter?
Aim and fire.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Bubble Shooter?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Bubble Shooter again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Bubble Shooter?
Keep this in mind: 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.
