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Know the goal in Scorpion Solitaire

Build familiarity through play

Keep the active rule in mind. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What the game asks you to do

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Use another round to revisit a decision. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. Take a moment to read the table.

Try this example

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

A mistake to avoid

Take a moment to read the table. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which format is available?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Can you give an example?

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.