Game guide · RJCWPX
Your guide to Sevens
Check the rule below as you play. 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.
Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces.
Practice beyond the first move
A careful first move helps you understand the round. Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
Your objective
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens.
Making your moves
- 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.
Input guidance
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. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
A closer look at one example
Check the rule below as you play. 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
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. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
Helpful answers for players
When I start, what is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. The controls work with mouse or touch.
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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
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.
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. You can start a new round from the game controls.
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 instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, 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.
During a round, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. The controls work with mouse or touch.
During a round, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. The instructions above use these same rules.
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. The instructions above use these same rules.