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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Peg Solitaire

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How to play Peg Solitaire

Start Peg Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.

A careful first round

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.

Your goal

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.

Step by step

  1. Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.
  2. Jump horizontally or vertically over one peg, removing it.
  3. Plan so remaining pegs can still interact.
  4. Undo repairs a deadlock.

Controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

A useful example

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.

Watch out for this

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

Common questions

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

How do I control Peg Solitaire?

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

For my first round, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

Before I begin, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.

As a new player, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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