Match Masters boosters and perks are the two core power tools — boosters are charged mid-match by matching blue stars, while perks are chosen before the match and used once.
Knowing which booster tier to risk and which perk to pick isn’t obvious at first, and picking wrong costs you the asset entirely if you lose.
This guide breaks down every booster tier and the most common perks, plus exactly when to use each one.
Boosters vs. Perks: The Key Difference
| Boosters | Perks | |
|---|---|---|
| When you use them | Mid-match, once charged | Once per match, any time you choose |
| How they’re charged | Matching blue star pieces | Not charged — selected before the match starts |
| Risk if you lose | Forfeited | Free perks are kept; Premium perks are lost |
| How they’re upgraded | Duplicate cards from events, Super Spins, sticker albums | Not upgraded — unlocked at trophy milestones instead |
Booster Rarity Tiers Explained
Boosters run through five rarity tiers — Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond, and Legendary (including Special Edition variants). Higher tiers hit harder but usually need more blue stars to charge.
Diamond boosters go a step further with multiple upgrade stages: collecting duplicate cards for a booster you already own pushes it to a stronger stage rather than giving you a second copy.
Common Perks and What They Do
| Perk | Effect |
|---|---|
| Hammer | Activates a single piece you choose — especially useful on special pieces like arrows or bombs |
| Shuffle | Rearranges all pieces on the board |
| Checkerboard | Turns the board into a checkerboard of two colors, setting up easier matches |
| Energy Boost | Adds energy toward your booster bar based on pieces matched, at no move cost |
| Teleport | Swaps the positions of two pieces you choose |
How to Choose a Booster and Perk Before a Match
- Match the booster to the mode. Some boosters perform better in specific studio layouts or modifiers like Rainbow — check what’s active before locking in.
- Pick a perk you understand, not just your strongest one. A Hammer used well beats a Mini Cleo used badly.
- Consider the animation length in timed modes. Slower-animating boosters can cost you time in modes where the clock doesn’t stop.
- Try to snowball your booster. Prioritizing blue star matches to recharge quickly after activating keeps your booster available more often through the match.
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Better Approach |
|---|---|
| Equipping your rarest booster in every match | Save it for matches you’re confident about — losing forfeits it |
| Ignoring blue star matches to chase big combos | Prioritize blue stars to keep your booster charged and ready |
| Using a perk immediately out of habit | Scan the board first — sometimes holding a perk for a worse moment pays off more |
| Not tracking which perks are free vs premium | Free perks survive a loss; know which type you’re risking |
FAQ
What's the difference between a booster and a perk in Match Masters?
Boosters charge mid-match via blue star matches and can be reused once recharged. Perks are pre-selected and used once per match.
Do I lose my perk if I lose a match?
Free perks are kept regardless of outcome. Premium perks are lost on a loss, the same as boosters.
How do I upgrade a Diamond booster?
By collecting duplicate cards for that specific booster from events, Super Spins, or sticker album rewards — each duplicate pushes it to a stronger stage.
Should beginners worry about rare boosters right away?
Not much — early on, learning to read the board and use Bronze/Silver boosters well matters more than chasing rarity.