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The essentials of playing Pyramid Solitaire
Begin with the objective. 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. 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.
Bring this focus to a round
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What you are aiming for
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.
Making selections and moves
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. Begin with the objective.
Put the rules into context
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
A mistake to avoid
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Game-specific help
What is the aim?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Work at your own pace. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which format is available?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Work at your own pace. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.