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How to play Pyramid Solitaire
Start Pyramid Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
- Click an exposed card or eligible pair to remove it.
- Draw when useful.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Remove all 28 pyramid cards.
When I return, how do I control Pyramid Solitaire?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
When I return, what example helps explain Pyramid Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Pyramid Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
When I return, what format does Pyramid Solitaire offer?
For clarity: Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Before I begin, which play mode does Pyramid Solitaire use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
