Order of the Sinking Star

Order of the Sinking Star Beginner Walkthrough

Start with the tutorial, then collect the map at the Crossroads. North and east offer gentler introductions to the game's rules, but you can explore the four initial campaigns in any order.

1. 1Practice the tutorial toolsLearn how to push rocks, undo moves, restart a puzzle and unlock cages before tackling the larger worlds.
2. 2Collect the Crossroads mapPick up the map just above your arrival point, then use the four directions to orient yourself.
3. 3Try north or east firstThe northern heroes introduce character abilities, while the eastern islands introduce mirrors. Both begin with approachable puzzles.
4. 4Change routes when you get stuckReturn to the overworld through the menu and explore another direction. Revisit the difficult puzzle after practicing different ideas.

Puzzle Solutions

Identify the area and puzzle layout before following a solution. Mirror puzzles and gem puzzles use different systems, and later areas combine rules that first appear separately.

• Mirror Puzzles

  In the Mirror Isles, reflections let characters and objects move between islands. Track their positions and test what changes when you use a mirror.

• Gem Puzzles

  In Vault of the Beamcasters, gems activate colored beams with different effects. Learn each effect before planning how to reach another part of the maze.

Levels and Puzzle Count

The game is described as containing over 1,000 handcrafted puzzles. That does not establish an exact number of named levels or screens. These four starting worlds lead into further areas where their mechanics interact.

• The Hearty Heroes of Hauling

  Take the northern road to puzzles built around switching heroes and combining their different ways of moving objects.

• The Mirror Isles

  Take the eastern road to island puzzles where mirrors transport characters and objects through reflections.

• Skipping Stones to Lonely Homes

  Take the southern road to water-crossing puzzles involving stones, a sailor and a talking boat.

• Vault of the Beamcasters

  Take the western road to maze exploration, collectible gems and colored beams that grant different abilities.

Demo Walkthrough and Levels

Demo availability, included levels and the total demo puzzle count are not confirmed here. If you are playing a demo, match its version and puzzle layout before applying instructions from the full game.

• Demo Walkthrough

  Check your starting area and visible objects before following a route; a full-game walkthrough may describe a different setup.

• Demo Levels

  The demo's level selection remains unconfirmed. The full game's four-world structure does not establish what a demo contains.

• Matching a Puzzle Solution

  Compare the character, object positions and available mechanics with your screen before using a solution.

Characters

The cast includes a queen, a warrior, a thief, a wizard and a talking boat. Different abilities shape the puzzles, while dialogue and recordings gradually reveal how the characters fit into the larger mystery.

• The Northern Heroes

  The Hearty Heroes of Hauling begins with a switchable party. Learn each hero's abilities and limitations before planning a shared route through a room.

• The Queen and Other Travelers

  The queen's dialogue adds story context as you progress. Other routes introduce a sailor and a talking boat among the game's unusual companions.

Achievements

Each initial campaign leads to an achievement, giving you four early progression goals. The complete achievement count and full list of unlock requirements are not confirmed here.

• Initial Campaign Milestones

  Follow the northern, eastern, southern and western campaigns toward their associated achievements.

• Choose Your Completion Route

  You can tackle the initial campaigns in any order. Start north or east for a gentler introduction, then return to the remaining routes.

Map and Routes

The Crossroads connects the four starting directions. Gold rooms later open access to additional areas, including challenges that combine heroes with mirrors, water or stones.

• North and East

  North leads to the Hearty Heroes of Hauling; east leads to the Mirror Isles. These are the recommended starting directions for learning the basics.

• South and West

  South leads to Skipping Stones to Lonely Homes; west leads to Vault of the Beamcasters. Expect water-crossing puzzles to the south and gem-powered exploration to the west.

Multiplayer Questions

The game is described as a single-player puzzle adventure. Its multiple characters provide different abilities for one player to combine while solving puzzles.

• Does the game have multiplayer or co-op?

  The available game description identifies single-player play and does not list a multiplayer or co-op mode.

• Why can I switch between several heroes?

  Character switching is a puzzle mechanic in the northern campaign. You control heroes with complementary abilities within the single-player adventure.