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Peg Solitaire: instructions and practice
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. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Practice beyond the first move
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
The objective of a round
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Put the rules into context
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Further help with the game
For this browser game, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
For my first round, 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.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.
What should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.
While learning, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
