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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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Use the example below to understand a decision.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
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
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. 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. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
When I return, how do I control Peg Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: 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?
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?
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.
On this playing page, 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.
