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How to Play Peg Solitaire

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Your guide to Peg Solitaire

Peg Solitaire gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.

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

Build familiarity through play

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.

What counts as success

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Start with a deliberate move.

The steps to play

  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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.

A closer look at one example

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.

Keep this in mind

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Read these answers for extra help

When I return, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

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

For a quick reminder, 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.

What example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

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

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

For a quick reminder, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

As a new player, 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.

As a new player, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: 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?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

On this playing page, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

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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