Getting a high score in Block Blast is super satisfying, but it can be tricky. If you've ever wondered how other players get such amazing scores, the secret is all about combos. Understanding and using combos is the key to climbing the leaderboard and showing off to your friends.

So, what is a combo in Block Blast? A combo is when you clear multiple lines of blocks either at the same time or in back-to-back moves. This action gives you a score multiplier, meaning you earn way more points than you would for clearing just a single line. Mastering combos is the best way to boost your score quickly.

How To Master Combos

Getting combos isn't just about luck; it's about strategy. Instead of just trying to clear one line to survive, you need to think a few steps ahead. The main goal is to set up your board so that one block can clear two, three, or even more lines at once.

I remember when I first started playing, I would just drop blocks wherever they fit. My scores were okay, but not great. Then one time, I saw I could use an L-shaped block to clear three horizontal lines at once. When I did it, the "Combo" sign flashed on the screen and my score jumped up by hundreds of points. It totally changed how I approached the game from then on.

Here are a few tips to help you get more combos:

• Look at the upcoming pieces: The game shows you the next few blocks you're going to get. Use this to your advantage to plan where you can place them to set up a multi-line clear.
• Don't rush your moves: Take a moment to look at the whole board. Sometimes the best move isn't the most obvious one. See if you can leave a single column or row open to slide a long piece in later.
• Practice building vertically and horizontally: Try to create gaps in both rows and columns. This gives you more opportunities to clear multiple lines no matter what piece you get next.

Of course, it doesn't always go to plan. It can be really frustrating when you have the perfect setup for a massive combo and the game just won't give you the straight piece you need. My personal strategy is to focus on clearing two lines at a time instead of holding out for a huge four-line combo, as it's a bit more reliable.

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