Game guide · 020GAY8
Sevens: learn through an example
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Start a new round when you are ready to try again. A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces.
Something to practise
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
The goal to keep in mind
Read the position before choosing your next action. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
The order of play
- A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each.
- The holder of 7♦ must play it first. Other suits can open with their own seven.
- Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end.
- Play a legal card whenever possible. Passing is allowed only when no card fits.
- The first player with an empty hand wins the round.
How your actions work
Read the position before choosing your next action. Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Put the rules into context
Read the position before choosing your next action. After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
Watch out for this
Check the rule below as you play. A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. The game area remains available above the explanation.
Game-specific help
For this game, what is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. A new round resets the current game.
How do the controls work?
Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. The instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, can you show an example?
After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. The controls work with mouse or touch.
When I start, which mistake should I avoid?
A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. The game is played locally in your browser.
On this page, what rules and limits are used here?
Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces. The game is played locally in your browser.
During a round, how many people can play here?
You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
On this page, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. No download or player account is required.
On this page, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
On this page, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
During a round, how many opponents are there?
Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
