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How to Play Peg Solitaire

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Peg Solitaire: from controls to your first round

Bring your attention to one round of Peg Solitaire. 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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

Try a more deliberate round

Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.

Understand the aim

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.

How a round unfolds

  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.

Making selections and moves

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. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

See how the rules apply

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.

Notice this detail

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Compare the situation with the worked example. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

Clarifying the way this game works

For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

For a quick reminder, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

For my first round, 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?

Keep this in mind: English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.

As a new player, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?

The key detail is this: 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?

For clarity: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For a quick reminder, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

For this browser game, 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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