You might be wondering what this whole Pyramid Solitaire business is about. Well, sit tight and let me explain.
The ultimate goal of Pyramid Solitaire is to clear the entire pyramid of cards, by finding pairs that add up to 13. Sounds simple, right? But, there's a catch: you've got limited moves and you need to use your strategy skills to make every move count.
When the game begins, you'll see a pyramid of cards laid out in front of you. At the base of this pyramid, you'll also find a stockpile of cards waiting to come to your rescue when you run out of moves.
Valid Moves:
To make a move, you need to find two cards that add up to 13. For example, if you have an 8 and a 5, they can be matched and removed from the pyramid. But remember, you can only select "free" cards - those that aren't covered by any other cards in the pyramid.
Kings, however, are the exception to this rule. Since they already have a value of 13, they can be cleared by simply clicking on them. Easy peasy!
Stock Pile:
Sometimes, you might find yourself stuck with no available moves. That's when the stockpile comes in handy. You can deal a card from the stockpile, giving you a new chance to find a matching pair. But beware! You can only go through the stockpile three times, so use it wisely.
Scoring, Winning, and Losing:
In Pyramid Solitaire, your score depends on the cards you clear from the pyramid. The quicker you clear the pyramid, the higher your score. If you manage to clear the entire pyramid, congratulations! You've won the game!
But remember, this game is all about strategy. If you exhaust your moves and stockpile without clearing the pyramid, it's game over. So, plan your moves carefully and aim for victory!
A World of Solitaire Awaits
If you enjoy Pyramid Solitaire, you'll be thrilled to discover some of our other engaging solitaire games:
Freecell Solitaire: A strategic variant that requires careful planning and forethought. With all cards visible from the start, your moves determine your success.
Golf Solitaire: A fast-paced game where the goal is to move all cards from the tableau to the foundation, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a quick, exciting solitaire experience.
Klondike Solitaire: Often referred to as the classic solitaire game, Klondike Solitaire will test your patience and skill as you work to create ascending sequences in the foundation piles.
Spider Solitaire: A highly engaging and strategic solitaire variant that requires players to create descending sequences of the same suit in the tableau. Spider Solitaire offers varying levels of difficulty, with the option to play with one, two, or four suits, making it appealing to players of all skill levels.
Scorpion Solitaire: A challenging solitaire game related to Spider Solitaire, with the primary goal being to form four columns of cards in descending order and the same suit.
Tripeaks Solitaire: A unique solitaire game featuring three peaks of tableau cards, where the objective is to move all cards to the foundation by selecting cards one rank higher or lower than the current foundation card.
With this extensive collection of solitaire games, you'll never run out of ways to challenge yourself and unwind.
