Game guide · 2COU99BJ
Learn your way around Sevens
Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Start a new round when you are ready to try again. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
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. The game area remains available above the explanation.
What you need to achieve
Take a moment to check the current turn. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Making selections and moves
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.
Follow the example
Take a moment to check the current turn. 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.
Notice this detail
A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Questions about this game
When I start, what is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
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. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
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 instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, which mistake should I avoid?
A matching rank in another suit does not extend an existing row. Every suit has its own sequence. A new round resets the current game.
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 controls work with mouse or touch.
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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
For this game, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. No download or player account is required.
On this page, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
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.