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How to Play Sevens

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The Sevens playbook

Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction. A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.

Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces.

Build familiarity through play

Take a moment to check the current turn. Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.

Your objective

Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.

The steps to play

  1. A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each.
  2. The holder of 7♦ must play it first. Other suits can open with their own seven.
  3. Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end.
  4. Play a legal card whenever possible. Passing is allowed only when no card fits.
  5. The first player with an empty hand wins the round.

Making selections and moves

Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.

A useful example

Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.

Check this before moving on

Use the controls beside the game rather than guessing the rules. A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. The game area remains available above the explanation.

If you are unsure

What is the aim of Sevens?

Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.

During a round, how do the controls work?

Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. The controls work with mouse or touch.

During a round, can you show an example?

After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.

When I start, which mistake should I avoid?

A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. Use the labelled controls for your next action.

On this page, what rules and limits are used here?

Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces. No download or player account is required.

During a round, how many people can play here?

You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. A new round resets the current game.

On this page, why must 7♦ open?

This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. The game is played locally in your browser.

When I start, can I hold back a playable card and pass?

No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. A new round resets the current game.

During a round, where does an Ace go?

Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. No download or player account is required.

During a round, how many opponents are there?

Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. The instructions above use these same rules.

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