How to Play Pyramid Solitaire

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Play Pyramid Solitaire with the rules at hand

Open Pyramid Solitaire, check the instructions and begin a round. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.

Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.

A focus for your next round

Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.

What you need to achieve

Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.

From the start of a round

1. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
2. Click an exposed card or eligible pair to remove it.
3. Draw when useful.
4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

See the idea in action

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. Consider the next action carefully.

Keep this in mind

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.

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