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Pyramid Solitaire: what to know before playing
Keep the active rule in mind. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What counts as success
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Check the relevant controls before continuing. A clear plan starts with the current position.
From the start of a round
- Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
- Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
- Draw when useful.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
Work through an example
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Use another round to revisit a decision.
A mistake to avoid
Before making a move, check the cards in view. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the aim?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which format is available?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Can you give an example?
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which version is played here?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.