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How to play Peg Solitaire
Try Peg Solitaire at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.
- Jump horizontally or vertically over one peg, removing it.
- Plan so remaining pegs can still interact.
- Undo repairs a deadlock.
Controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
For this browser game, how do I control Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For my first round, 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?
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.