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How to Play Pyramid Solitaire

Play Pyramid Solitaire ↗

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The Pyramid Solitaire playbook

A clear plan starts with the current position. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. 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. 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.

A focus for your next round

Work at your own pace. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

From the start of a round

  1. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
  2. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
  3. Draw when useful.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

Making selections and moves

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

An example before you play

An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Where a round can go wrong

A clear plan starts with the current position. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Questions that come up during play

What is the aim?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Can you give an example?

An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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?

Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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