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How to Play Scorpion Solitaire

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Understand the basics of Scorpion Solitaire

Take a moment to read the table. Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

A small practice goal

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

The objective of a round

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Look at the complete hand before deciding.

Step by step

  1. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Begin with the objective.

One way to understand the rules

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Where a round can go wrong

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Game-specific help

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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