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A practical guide to Peg Solitaire

Take a closer look while playing

When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Keep the objective visible.

Your goal

Leave a single peg on the English cross board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Follow these playing steps

  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.

Choosing and moving on screen

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.

Follow the example

Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.

An important reminder

Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

Questions that come up during play

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

The key detail is this: 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.

While learning, what example helps explain Peg Solitaire?

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

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed.

On this playing page, what format does Peg Solitaire offer?

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

Before I begin, which play mode does Peg Solitaire use?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For my first round, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For this browser game, 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.

Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Peg Solitaire?

For clarity: 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.