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Pyramid Solitaire
Pyramid Solitaire is a card game that combines calculation and strategy, where each card removed opens up new opportunities. Your main task is to break down the entire pyramid by matching cards that sum to 13.
Decoding the Pyramid with Pairs of Cards Worth 13
At the start, 28 cards are arranged in a pyramid shape with 7 layers. All are face up, however, not every card can be used immediately. A card only becomes "free" when no cards are lying on top of it. This means you always have to clear from the bottom layer upwards instead of choosing any card you like. The ultimate goal is to eliminate the entire pyramid before running out of reserve cards.
How to Combine Cards Correctly to Open the Way
You can only discard two cards when their total value equals 13.
Common pairs include:
A + Q
2 + J
3 + 10
4 + 9
5 + 8
6 + 7
The King has a value of 13, so it can be discarded immediately without needing to be combined with another card. Since the suit doesn't matter, observing the layout and determining which cards to keep is the deciding factor in winning.
How to Overcome
- Always prioritize opening new tiers: A move that opens two or three new cards is usually more valuable than simply discarding a single pair.
- Discard the King as soon as possible: The King doesn't need to be combined, so keeping it usually doesn't offer any benefit.
- Don't just look at one move: Take a few seconds to observe the entire pyramid before deciding.
Should You Use Your Reserved Deck Immediately?
When not seeing a suitable pair, many people immediately flip over their reserve deck. However, each turn reduces the chances of winning if you haven't fully utilized all the moves in the pyramid. Experienced players usually:
- Check all the cards currently open.
- Prioritize opening new layers of the pyramid.
- Only use reserve cards when there are absolutely no other options.
- Managing the number of turns is sometimes more important than forming many pairs.
Control Guide
- Left mouse: Select a card
- Select two cards that total 13 to discard
- Click on reserve cards to flip a new card when needed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times can the reserve deck be flipped?
In most classic versions, players are allowed to go through the deck a maximum of 3 times. After this number of flips, you cannot draw any more cards.
Why do I still lose even though I have many cards in my reserve deck?
The winning condition is simply clearing all 28 cards in the pyramid. If the cards that need to be matched are still blocked or you have used up all the allowed flips, the game ends even if you still have cards in your reserve deck.
Does the King need to be matched with another card?
No. The King has a value of 13, so it can be discarded immediately upon being revealed.
How to increase your winning rate in Pyramid Solitaire?
Prioritize opening new layers of the pyramid, use your reserve deck wisely, and observe many moves ahead instead of just matching easy-to-find pairs.