New World Record: 359 Points Match Analysis π―
Explore the latest mix & match world record of 359 points. Join our Discord or sign up for free coaching at robostem.org!

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VEX IQβs 2025β2026 game, Mix & Match, is played on a 6β x 8β rectangular field. In each 60-second Teamwork Challenge match, two robots collaborate to build and stack colorful Pins and Beams, aiming to place them in Goals for maximum points.
Gameplay Objectives:
β’ Connecting Pieces: Robots connect Pins (vertically) and Beams (horizontally) to build Stacks.
β’ Stacking in Goals: Completed Stacks are moved into matching color Goals.
β’ Color Variety: Bonus points are awarded for Stacks that contain multiple colors.
Scoring System:
β’ Connected Pins: 1 point each.
β’ Connected Beams: 10 points each.
β’ 2-Color Stack Bonus: 5 points.
β’ 3-Color Stack Bonus: 15 points.
β’ Stack Placed in Matching Goal and/or Connected to a Beam: 10-point bonus.
β’ Stack Placed on the Standoff Goal: 10-point bonus.
β’ Cleared Starting Pin: 2 points each.
β’ Robot in Contact with Scoring Objects at Match End: 2 points per robot.
Additional Rules:
β’ Robot Skills Challenge: Teams also compete individually in Driving Skills Matches (driver-controlled) and Autonomous Coding Skills Matches (autonomous with limited human interaction).
β’ Stack Requirements: Stacks must be free-standing and fully supported to count.
β’ Strategic Play: Effective movement and organization of pieces are crucial to maximize color combinations and placement bonuses.
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VEX IQβs 2025β2026 game, Mix & Match, is played on a 6β x 8β rectangular field. In each 60-second Teamwork Challenge match, two robots collaborate to build and stack colorful Pins and Beams, aiming to place them in Goals for maximum points.
Gameplay Objectives:
β’ Connecting Pieces: Robots connect Pins (vertically) and Beams (horizontally) to build Stacks.
β’ Stacking in Goals: Completed Stacks are moved into matching color Goals.
β’ Color Variety: Bonus points are awarded for Stacks that contain multiple colors.
Scoring System:
β’ Connected Pins: 1 point each.
β’ Connected Beams: 10 points each.
β’ 2-Color Stack Bonus: 5 points.
β’ 3-Color Stack Bonus: 15 points.
β’ Stack Placed in Matching Goal and/or Connected to a Beam: 10-point bonus.
β’ Stack Placed on the Standoff Goal: 10-point bonus.
β’ Cleared Starting Pin: 2 points each.
β’ Robot in Contact with Scoring Objects at Match End: 2 points per robot.
Additional Rules:
β’ Robot Skills Challenge: Teams also compete individually in Driving Skills Matches (driver-controlled) and Autonomous Coding Skills Matches (autonomous with limited human interaction).
β’ Stack Requirements: Stacks must be free-standing and fully supported to count.
β’ Strategic Play: Effective movement and organization of pieces are crucial to maximize color combinations and placement bonuses.
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