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How to Play Scorpion Solitaire

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Play Scorpion Solitaire with the rules at hand

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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.

Build familiarity through play

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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace.

Making your moves

  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.

Keyboard and screen controls

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. Work at your own pace.

One way to understand the rules

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

A clear plan starts with the current position. 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.

Game-specific help

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Work at your own pace. 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. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Work at your own pace. 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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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