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Making your first moves in Scorpion Solitaire

Practice beyond the first move

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

The purpose of your moves

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Look at the complete hand before deciding.

How a round unfolds

  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.

Making selections and moves

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Look at the complete hand before deciding.

An example before you play

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

Pay attention to this rule

Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Work at your own pace. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.