Master the art of high scores in Block Blast. Learn the math behind points, how to set up massive combos, and keep your streak alive.
The Basics of Scoring
In Block Blast, every move counts. Understanding where your points come from is the first step to topping the leaderboard.
1. Placement Points
You earn points just for placing a block on the grid.
- 1 Block Square = 1 Point.
- Example: Placing a 3x3 square gives you 9 points. Placing a small 1x1 block gives you 1 point.
- Strategy: Even if you can't clear a line, placing large pieces earns you steady points.
2. Line Clear Points
The real points come from clearing lines.
- 10 Points for every line cleared.
- This is the base value before any multipliers are applied.
Advanced Mechanics: Combos & Streaks
To reach scores in the thousands (or millions!), you need to master Combos and Streaks.
Combos (Multi-Line Clears)
A Combo happens when one block placement clears 2 or more lines at the same time.
| Lines Cleared | Bonus |
|---|---|
| 1 Line | Standard Score |
| 2 Lines | Double Points |
| 3 Lines | Triple Points |
| 4+ Lines | Massive Multiplier! |
Pro Tip: Don't just clear lines as soon as you see them. If you have a T-piece or L-piece, try to set up the board so that one move clears a row AND a column simultaneously.
Streaks (Consecutive Clears)
A Streak is when you clear at least one line on back-to-back turns. This builds up momentum!
- Turn 1: Clear a line (+10 pts).
- Turn 2: Clear another line (Streak +10 Bonus).
- Turn 3: Clear another line (Streak +20 Bonus).
- ...and so on!
The Golden Rule of Streaks:
If you make a move that does not clear a line, your Streak resets to zero.
Sometimes it is worth "burning" a small 1x1 block just to clear a single line and keep your streak alive, rather than going for a big setup that might break the chain.
High Score Strategy Checklist
- Build for Combos: Leave gaps that can be filled by common shapes to clear multiple lines at once.
- Maintain the Streak: If you have a streak going, prioritize ANY clear over a "perfect" placement.
- Clean Board Bonus: A cleaner board gives you more options. More options mean more chances to keep your streak alive.
- Don't Panic: If your board gets cluttered, stop worry about combos/streaks and focus on survival. One clear is better than Game Over.
Master these mechanics, and you'll be seeing "New High Score" in no time!
FAQ
How are points calculated in Block Blast?
You get points for every block placed + points for every line cleared. Combos and Streaks add multipliers to the line clear score.
What is the difference between a Combo and a Streak?
A Combo is clearing multiple lines in ONE move. A Streak is clearing lines in CONSECUTIVE moves.
Which gives more points: Combos or Streaks?
Combos give a bigger immediate burst of points, but long Streaks can accumulate massive totals over time. Ideally, you want to do both!