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Peg Solitaire

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Follow the steps for Peg Solitaire

Choose a round of Peg Solitaire and settle into its rules. 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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

A focus for your next round

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.

The challenge in front of you

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.

Start here and follow along

  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.

The controls to know

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. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.

Where a round can go wrong

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.

Game-specific help

For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

While learning, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

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

What example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

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

What should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

While learning, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

For my first round, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?

For clarity: 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?

The key detail is this: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

Before I begin, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

While learning, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

Keep this in mind: 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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