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Peg Solitaire

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Peg Solitaire: a guide for your next round

Make Peg Solitaire your next activity in the game library. 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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

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

Try a more deliberate round

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.

Understand the aim

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.

Step by step

  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.

Controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.

See how the rules apply

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.

A common point of confusion

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Further help with the game

As a new player, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

The key detail is this: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

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

The key detail is this: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

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

While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

What format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

When I return, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For my first round, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

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

For a quick reminder, 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.

For a quick reminder, 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.

Before I begin, 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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