Game guide · TYMJWATER
Read before your next round of Scorpion Solitaire
Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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.
Practice beyond the first move
Before making a move, check the cards in view. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Aim for this result
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Begin with the objective.
Step by step
- 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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Watch out for this
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Read these answers for extra 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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.
