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Pyramid Solitaire: instructions and practice
Begin with the objective. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Begin with the objective. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
A focus for your next round
Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Use another round to revisit a decision.
The purpose of your moves
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. A clear plan starts with the current position.
The steps to play
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.
One way to understand the rules
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Game-specific help
What is the aim?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Begin with the objective. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Can you give an example?
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.