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How to play Peg Solitaire
Take a moment with Peg Solitaire before moving to another game. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
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. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
As a new player, 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.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.
What format does Peg Solitaire offer?
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
For this browser game, 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.
