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Learn the rules of Peg Solitaire
Try Peg Solitaire at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Build familiarity through play
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. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.
Try this example
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
A mistake to avoid
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
If you are unsure
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: 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.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.
For this browser game, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
For this browser game, 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.
