Game guide · CTCPX
The Peg Solitaire playbook
Open Peg Solitaire, check the instructions and begin a round. Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
English 33-hole cross; central starting gap; any final single peg wins.
Practice beyond the first move
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Leave a single peg on the English cross board. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
The controls to know
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Try this example
Peg–peg–empty in one line permits one jump. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Diagonal jumps and pulling are not allowed. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. 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.
Further help with the game
For my first round, what is the goal of Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: Leave a single peg on the English cross board.
For a quick reminder, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
While learning, 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.
On this playing page, where should I start with Peg Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Select a peg and an empty hole two squares away.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Peg Solitaire?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Peg Solitaire again?
For clarity: 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.