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How to play Pyramid Solitaire
Bring your attention to one round of Pyramid Solitaire. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Read the objective before making your first input. Look at what changes after your first action.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
- Click an exposed card or eligible pair to remove it.
- Draw when useful.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Remove all 28 pyramid cards.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
What example helps explain Pyramid Solitaire?
The key detail is this: An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2.
What should I watch out for in Pyramid Solitaire?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
Before I begin, what format does Pyramid Solitaire offer?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
As a new player, which play mode does Pyramid Solitaire use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.