Plan your merge direction
When two pieces merge, the tile you drop onto keeps its score. So which piece you drag onto which one really matters. Before you move, think about which tile you want to keep and drag the other piece onto it.Use the ripple to your advantage
Each merge ripples to the four tiles around it (up, down, left, and right), scoring points on them. You can use this on purpose: line up your merges so the ripple lands where it helps most, scoring nearby tiles in a single move. The same ripple is also how you deal with stones. Merge on a tile next to a stone and the ripple cracks it, so you never need a special button to clear obstacles.Aim the ripple
Place merges so the four surrounding tiles get the most out of each move.
Break stones with merges
Merge beside a stone to crack it with the ripple.
Solve in fewer moves
Stars come from efficiency: the fewer moves you use, the more stars you earn, up to three. If you are chasing a perfect score, look for moves that do double duty, like a merge that also ripples onto useful tiles or cracks a stone at the same time. Your best move count is saved for every level, so you can always replay a level later and try to beat it.Tap Hint when you are stuck
If you are not sure where to go next, use the Hint button. It highlights the next good move, which is a great way to get unstuck or to study how an efficient solution comes together.Play calm
There is no timer and no pressure in Hepta. Take a breath, look over the whole board, and move when you are ready. Calm, deliberate play is usually what leads to the cleanest, lowest-move solutions.Related
How to Play
Learn the merge, the target, and the board.
Merging & Scoring
Understand direction, points, and the ripple.