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How to continue learning when using hints in a puzzle game?

Once you get the hint, examine why it works rather than just doing the suggested move. Which obstacle was removed or which relationship was opened? Trying the same idea independently in the next similar situation allows you to use the clue as a decision pattern.

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Short answer

Once you get the hint, examine why it works rather than just doing the suggested move. Which obstacle was removed or which relationship was opened? Trying the same idea independently in the next similar situation allows you to use the clue as a decision pattern.

How do you try it in the game?

Adapt the steps below to your board layout. Predict the result before each move, then compare your prediction with what happens after the move.

  • Examine the previous case of the proposed move.
  • Then select the option that opens.
  • Try the rule yourself in a similar situation.

Mistake to avoid

Do not accept the hint as free or unlimited for each game.

About the game

When reviewing your game experience, check the on-screen goal, move feedback, saved progress and settings separately. These are troubleshooting steps based on what you can observe. They do not establish the exact cause of a fault, guarantee data recovery or assume that every game has the same features.

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