THE PLAYBOOK · ZHOUSIMIAN
Learn the rules of Bowling
Bring your attention to one round of Bowling. Complete ten frames and maximise the score. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Notice the feedback after each input.
What the game asks you to do
Complete ten frames and maximise the score. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
Follow these playing steps
- Set lane position and power.
- Roll into the rack.
- A strike ends a normal frame; otherwise roll again.
- The tenth can earn bonus rolls.
How to use the controls
Lane-position/power sliders and Roll ball. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Work through an example
A strike followed by rolls of 4 and 5 makes the strike frame worth 19. An ordinary frame of 4 and 5 is worth 9. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
Keep this in mind
Bonus-dependent frames may not yet have a confirmed total. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
More answers before you play
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Bowling?
Here is the relevant explanation: Complete ten frames and maximise the score.
Before I begin, how do I control Bowling?
Lane-position/power sliders and Roll ball.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Bowling?
For clarity: A strike followed by 4 and 5 scores 19; a spare followed by 7 scores 17.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Bowling?
Here is the relevant explanation: Bonus-dependent frames may not yet have a confirmed total.
On this playing page, what format does Bowling offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play ten frames using a two-dimensional bowling lane. Strikes, spares and bonus rolls count towards the total.
Which play mode does Bowling use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.