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A practical guide to Scorpion Solitaire
A clear plan starts with the current position. Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
Try a more deliberate round
Keep the active rule in mind. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What you are aiming for
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Look at the complete hand before deciding.
How a round unfolds
- Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
The controls to know
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. Keep the active rule in mind.
An example to follow
The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Watch out for this
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.
More answers before you play
What is the aim?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Begin with the objective. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which version is played here?
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.