How to Play Bowling

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Know the goal in Bowling

Start Bowling by looking at the playing area and its controls. Complete ten frames and maximise the score. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.

Play ten frames using a two-dimensional bowling lane. Strikes, spares and bonus rolls count towards the total.

Give this approach a try

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.

The challenge in front of you

Complete ten frames and maximise the score. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.

The order of play

1. Set lane position and power.
2. Roll into the rack.
3. A strike ends a normal frame; otherwise roll again.
4. The tenth can earn bonus rolls.

How to use the controls

Lane-position/power sliders and Roll ball. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Look at the feedback after the action.

Try this example

A strike followed by 4 and 5 scores 19; a spare followed by 7 scores 17. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.

A useful caution

Bonus-dependent frames may not yet have a confirmed total. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.

Game-specific help