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How to play Peg Solitaire
Bring your attention to one round of Peg Solitaire. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
When I return, 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.
What example helps explain Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: 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.
On this playing page, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
As a new player, 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.