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How to Play Pyramid Solitaire

Play Pyramid Solitaire ↗

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The Pyramid Solitaire playbook

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. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Work at your own pace. 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.

An idea for your next attempt

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What you are aiming for

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

The order of play

  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. Use another round to revisit a decision. A clear plan starts with the current position.

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

Take a moment to read the table. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

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.

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. 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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. 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. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

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

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