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A practical guide to Peg Solitaire

Practice beyond the first move

Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.

Your objective

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Take a moment to understand the current position.

Making your moves

  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.

Input guidance

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

See how the rules apply

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the game’s format in mind.

An important reminder

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Check the rule before repeating the action. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.

Common questions

Before I begin, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.

On this playing page, how do I control Peg Solitaire?

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

For my first round, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump.

While reading the Guide, 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?

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

For a quick reminder, 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?

For clarity: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.

Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While reading the Guide, how can I find Peg Solitaire again?

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

For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

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.