Game guide · HNSGYQT
The Sevens playbook
Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. The game area remains available above the explanation. A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces.
Bring this focus to a round
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end. The game area remains available above the explanation.
The objective of a round
A careful first move helps you understand the round. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
The steps to play
- A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each.
- The holder of 7♦ must play it first. Other suits can open with their own seven.
- Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end.
- Play a legal card whenever possible. Passing is allowed only when no card fits.
- The first player with an empty hand wins the round.
How your actions work
Check the rule below as you play. Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
One way to understand the rules
A careful first move helps you understand the round. 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.
Pay attention to this rule
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. 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.
More answers before you play
What is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. The game is played locally in your browser.
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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
When I start, 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 controls work with mouse or touch.
For this game, which mistake should I avoid?
A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
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. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
During a round, how many people can play here?
You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The instructions above use these same rules.
On this page, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
On this page, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. The controls work with mouse or touch.
For this game, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. The instructions above use these same rules.
On this page, how many opponents are there?
Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
