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Find your footing in Pyramid Solitaire
Choose a round of Pyramid Solitaire and settle into its rules. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
Input guidance
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the example
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
A useful caution
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions about this game
As a new player, what is the goal of Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Remove all 28 pyramid cards.
While learning, how do I control Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
What example helps explain Pyramid Solitaire?
For clarity: An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Pyramid Solitaire?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
Before I begin, what format does Pyramid Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Pyramid 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.
