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Block Blast: A Chill Puzzle Game That’s Easy to Learn (and Hard to Put Down) - 155blonds - 12-15-2025 Introduction Puzzle games are at their best when they’re simple to start but still give you room to improve. Block Blast fits that nicely: you place shapes on a grid, clear lines, and try to keep the board from filling up. There’s no complicated story or pressure to “play perfectly”—it’s more about getting into a steady rhythm and making better choices over time. Gameplay The core idea is straightforward: You’re given a small set of block shapes. You place them onto a grid. When you complete a full row or column, it clears. You keep going until you can’t place the available pieces. What makes it interesting is that the game constantly asks you to balance two goals: Clear lines now to create space and keep the board healthy. Preserve flexibility so future pieces still have somewhere to go. Some moves look good in the short term but create awkward gaps; other moves are slower but keep the grid “clean,” which usually pays off later. Tips (How to Last Longer and Score Higher) 1) Avoid creating single-cell holes Tiny gaps are the most common reason runs end. If you place blocks in a way that leaves isolated empty squares, you’ll eventually get pieces that can’t fit cleanly. 2) Build toward multiple clears Try to set up placements that can clear a row or column soon—ideally in a way that also opens space in the center of the board, where placement options tend to matter most. 3) Keep the board balanced If one side of the grid gets too stacked, you’ll lose room to maneuver. Spreading height/filled areas evenly gives you more “landing zones” for weird shapes. 4) Don’t waste the center too early The center is valuable because many shapes can fit there in different orientations. If you clog it up, your options shrink fast. When possible, use edges for bulky pieces and keep central space adaptable. 5) Think one set ahead Before you place a piece, glance at the other pieces you currently have. A move is “good” if it helps you place all the available shapes, not just the one in your hand. Conclusion Block Blast is a great pick if you want a relaxing puzzle loop with just enough strategy to keep it engaging. It rewards clean board habits, patient setups, and small improvements—perfect for quick breaks or longer sessions when you want something calm but satisfying.