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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Peg Solitaire

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Peg Solitaire: learn through an example

Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Peg Solitaire. 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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

Practice beyond the first move

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.

The objective of a round

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.

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.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.

Learn from a sample situation

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.

Notice this detail

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. 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.

More answers before you play

What is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

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

For my first round, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

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

What example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

When I return, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

The key detail is this: English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.

When I return, 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.

For my first round, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While learning, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

While learning, 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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