Pyramid Solitaire

Clear the pyramid by removing pairs of uncovered cards that add up to 13. Kings count 13 and go on their own. Use the draw pile when you run out of pairs, and plan ahead: some cards are buried deep.

How to use the Pyramid Solitaire

1. Look for pairs that add up to 13 among the uncovered cards: A = 1, J = 11, Q = 12, K = 13 and number cards count their value. For example 9 + 4, 7 + 6, Q + A, J + 2.
2. Click two cards to remove them (or drag one card onto the other). A King is removed on its own with one click.
3. A pyramid card is uncovered when both cards overlapping it from the row below are gone. Only uncovered cards and the top card of the waste pile can be played.
4. Click the draw pile to turn a new card onto the waste pile. When the draw pile is empty you can turn the waste over again, if you have passes left.
5. Clear all 28 pyramid cards to win. Stuck? Use Hint or Undo, or start a new game.

Card values and pairs that make 13

Scoring

Pyramid Solitaire strategy tips

• Look before you pair. If two different cards could pair with the waste card, choose the one that uncovers more cards, usually the one lower in the pyramid that blocks two cards above it.
• Watch for blocked pairs. A card can never be paired with a card that lies directly under it in the pyramid, because one must be removed before the other is free. Spot these early and plan to remove one of them with a card from the draw pile.
• Work on both sides. The top card needs every row below it cleared. Spread your removals across the pyramid rather than digging only one side.
• Use the draw pile wisely. Before turning a new card, check every uncovered card and the waste card for a pair. Each card you skip may not come back if you are playing with limited passes.
• Remember the order. The draw pile keeps its order on each pass, so with 3 passes you can plan which card will turn up when.

Frequently asked questions

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