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How to Play Pyramid Solitaire

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Learn your way around Pyramid Solitaire

Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.

Give this approach a try

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

The challenge in front of you

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

Start here and follow along

  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.

Using the playing area

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. Keep the active rule in mind.

An example before you play

An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Use another round to revisit a decision.

An important reminder

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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Begin with the objective. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which version is played here?

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.

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?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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