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Read before your next round of Scorpion Solitaire

A small practice goal

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Your objective

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Work at your own pace.

The playing sequence

  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 your actions work

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

Try this example

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

A mistake to avoid

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

More answers before you play

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Take a moment to read the table. 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. 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. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. 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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.