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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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Begin with the objective. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
Bring this focus to a round
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What counts as success
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace.
Start here and follow along
- 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
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
Work at your own pace. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Game-specific help
What is the aim?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Work at your own pace. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which version is played here?
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
