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Scorpion Solitaire: a guide for your next round
Scorpion Solitaire gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
A focus for your next round
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Make the next step deliberately.
Aim for this result
Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Input guidance
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
See the idea in action
The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.
Notice this detail
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Answers about the rules and controls
For my first round, what is the goal of Scorpion Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs.
While learning, how do I control Scorpion Solitaire?
For clarity: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Scorpion Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Scorpion Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
While reading the Guide, what format does Scorpion Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
Which play mode does Scorpion Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.