Learn how the new Firework element works in Gardenscapes, how many hits it needs, what happens when it activates, and how it differs from Fireworks.
The Firework is one of the newest elements in Gardenscapes, and its name can easily cause confusion. This is not the old Fireworks element that has been in the game for years. It is a completely different element with its own design and activation mechanic.
What the New Firework Looks Like
The new Firework looks like three red-and-blue fireworks grouped together vertically, with small glowing details between them.
Its appearance changes as you hit it. After the first hit, it gets smaller, so you can immediately tell which Fireworks only need one more hit before they activate.
How Many Hits Does the Firework Need?
The Firework needs two hits next to it to fully activate.
Make matches next to the Firework to activate it. The first hit moves it to its second stage, and the second hit triggers it.
Power-up explosions can hit it too, which is especially useful when several Fireworks are close together.
What Happens When It Activates, and What Does It Hit?
Once activated, the Firework launches three sticks of dynamite to different parts of the board. Each one hits a tile, even if that tile is far away from the Firework itself.
The dynamite usually targets tiles connected to the level goals. So the Firework is not just another element you need to clear. Once activated, it can also help you complete other objectives on the board.
How to Play It More Effectively
In levels with several Fireworks, check which stage each one is in before making your next move. If a Firework has already gotten smaller, it only needs one more hit to activate, so it may be worth finishing that one first.
Bombs, Dynamite, TNT, and large chain reactions are especially useful when they can hit several Fireworks at once. That can save moves and help you trigger the three extra hits much faster.
Conclusion
The new Firework adds a different kind of mechanic to Gardenscapes and belongs to the newer generation of elements introduced into the game. First, you need to activate it on the board, and once you do, it can help clear other level goals. The biggest difference from the old Fireworks is how it is activated, even though both elements eventually send three hits to other parts of the board.
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