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Peg Solitaire

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The essentials of playing Peg Solitaire

Open Peg Solitaire, check the instructions and begin a round. 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.

Bring this focus to a round

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Make the next step deliberately.

Understand the aim

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

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.

Input guidance

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.

An example to follow

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.

Pay attention to this rule

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Game-specific help

For this browser game, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

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

Before I begin, 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.

As a new player, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

Before I begin, 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?

Here is the relevant explanation: English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.

For a quick reminder, which play mode does Peg 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.

When I return, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

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

While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

On this playing page, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

When I return, 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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