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How to Play Peg Solitaire

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A practical guide to Peg Solitaire

Open Peg Solitaire, check the instructions and begin a round. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

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

A focus for your next round

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. Notice the feedback after each input.

Your goal

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. The example below illustrates a decision.

Making your moves

  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.

Keyboard and screen controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

Put the rules into context

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Choose a deliberate next step.

A useful caution

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.

Game-specific help

For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

While reading the Guide, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

As a new player, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

While reading the Guide, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

Keep this in mind: 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.

For this browser game, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For this browser game, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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