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How to play Peg Solitaire
Try Peg Solitaire at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
Practice beyond the first move
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.
What you need to achieve
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
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. Look for the relevant detail.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. 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.
Clarifying the way this game works
What is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
While learning, how do I control Peg Solitaire?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.
When I return, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: 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 a quick reminder, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?
Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?
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?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
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.