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Rules, controls and help for Sevens
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. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
The board gives you the information needed for the next 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 purpose of your moves
Use the controls beside the game rather than guessing the rules. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
Start here and follow along
- 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 example and rules describe the same game you can play above. 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.
Try this example
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.
One detail worth checking
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. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
Questions that come up during play
On this page, what is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. A new round resets the current game.
On this page, 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.
For this game, 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. You can start a new round from the game controls.
For this game, 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. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
During a round, 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.
On this page, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. The instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
For this game, 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. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.