How to Play Peg Solitaire

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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. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.

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

Make the controls familiar

Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.

Your goal

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.

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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.

A useful example

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.

Watch out for this

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Compare the situation with the worked example. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

Common questions