Crate Stack

How do you play Crate Stack?

1. Press Play. Three crate shapes appear in the tray below the floor.
2. Drag a shape onto the floor. A green outline means it fits; red means it does not.
3. Fill a complete row or column to clear it. Clearing several lines at once scores extra.
4. When all three shapes are placed, three new ones arrive.
5. If none of the shapes in the tray can fit anywhere, the game is over.

What are the controls?

Input	Action
Drag	Move a shape from the tray to the floor
1, 2, 3	Pick a shape from the tray
Arrow keys	Move the shape on the floor
Enter or Space	Drop the shape

Tips for a higher score

• Keep a 3 by 3 space open as long as you can. The big square crate needs it and can end a game on its own.
• Fill edges and corners first so the middle stays flexible.
• Clearing a row and a column with one piece scores 40 points instead of 20, so set up crossings.
• Shapes that cannot fit anywhere are dimmed in the tray, which warns you before the game ends.

Crate Stack FAQ

How does scoring work in Crate Stack?

You earn 1 point per crate square placed. Clearing lines adds 10 points times the number of lines squared, so 1 line is 10, 2 lines are 40 and 3 lines are 90.

Can I rotate the shapes?

No. Shapes are placed as shown, which is part of the challenge.

Is there a time limit?

No. Take as long as you need for each placement.

Can I play with a keyboard?

Yes. Press 1, 2 or 3 to pick a shape, move it with the arrow keys and press Enter to drop it.

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