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How to Play Peg Solitaire

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How to play Peg Solitaire

Start Peg Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.

Practice with a purpose

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. Make the next step deliberately.

The objective of a round

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.

How to proceed

  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.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

Try this example

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.

A common point of confusion

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Questions about this game

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

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?

Keep this in mind: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

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

For this browser game, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

On this playing page, 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 this browser game, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

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

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.

Before I begin, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

Before I begin, 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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