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Sevens: a guide for your next round
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. 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.
What counts as success
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens.
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.
Keyboard and screen controls
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Learn from a sample situation
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. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
Check this before moving on
Check the rule below as you play. 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.
Answers about the rules and controls
During a round, what is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. No download or player account is required.
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. You can start a new round from the game controls.
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. No download or player account is required.
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 controls work with mouse or touch.
During a round, 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 game is played locally in your browser.
On this page, how many people can play here?
You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
For this game, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
During a round, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. You can start a new round from the game controls.
When I start, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. The controls work with mouse or touch.
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.
