Game guide · XAXJGG
Learn the rules of Pyramid Solitaire
A clear plan starts with the current position. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Work at your own pace. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Build familiarity through play
Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Aim for this result
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Begin with the objective.
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.
How to use the controls
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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.
Work through an example
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
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Questions about this game
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. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which version is played here?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
