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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Sevens

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Learn the rules of Sevens

Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. 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.

Practice with a purpose

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.

The challenge in front of you

A careful first move helps you understand the round. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.

Work through the instructions

  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.

Controls

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.

Learn from a sample situation

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.

A common point of confusion

The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.

More answers before you play

During a round, what is the aim of Sevens?

Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. The instructions above use these same rules.

When I start, 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. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.

On this page, can you show an example?

After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. Use the labelled controls for your next action.

During a round, which mistake should I avoid?

A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. The game is played locally in your browser.

When I start, 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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.

When I start, how many people can play here?

You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. You can start a new round from the game controls.

Why must 7♦ open?

This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.

Can I hold back a playable card and pass?

No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.

During a round, where does an Ace go?

Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.

On this page, how many opponents are there?

Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. A new round resets the current game.

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