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How to Play Scorpion Solitaire

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Learn your way around Scorpion Solitaire

Begin with the objective. Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Begin with the objective. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

One thing to notice as you play

A clear plan starts with the current position. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Aim for this result

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Take a moment to read the table.

From the start of a round

  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.

Using the playing area

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Work at your own pace.

An example before you play

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Use another round to revisit a decision.

A common point of confusion

Take a moment to read the table. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Clarifying the way this game works

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Begin with the objective. 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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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

Can you give an example?

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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