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How to Play Peg Solitaire

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Peg Solitaire: a guide for your next round

Start Peg Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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

Take a closer look while playing

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. Refer to the controls when needed.

Aim for this result

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.

Start here and follow along

  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.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

One way to understand the rules

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.

A mistake to avoid

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.

Read these answers for extra help

On this playing page, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

While learning, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

While learning, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

When I return, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

While learning, which play mode does Peg 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.

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