Game guide · 2COPE
Getting started with Pyramid Solitaire
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. Keep the active rule in mind. Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Practice beyond the first move
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Understand the aim
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Use another round to revisit a decision. Look at the complete hand before deciding.
Start here and follow along
- Only uncovered cards are selectable. Pairs total 13; a king removes alone.
- Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
- Draw when useful.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Work at your own pace.
Follow the example
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
A common point of confusion
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.
If you are unsure
What is the aim?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
An exposed queen pairs with an ace; a jack pairs with a 2. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which version is played here?
Pyramid, stock and waste; one stock recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Remove all 28 pyramid cards. Begin with the objective. Use another round to revisit a decision.