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Peg Solitaire

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Peg Solitaire: instructions and practice

Make Peg Solitaire your next activity in the game library. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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.

Something to practise

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Refer to the controls when needed.

What counts as success

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.

The steps to play

  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 use the 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. Check any mode label before starting.

An example to follow

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Consider the next action carefully.

Notice this detail

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Check the rule before repeating the action. 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.

Answers about the rules and controls

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

Here is the relevant explanation: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

For my first round, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

On this playing page, 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?

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

As a new player, 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?

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.

While reading the Guide, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While learning, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: 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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