Game guide · 05MC
Rules, controls and help for Sevens
Use the controls beside the game rather than guessing the rules. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Keep the goal in mind before your next move. 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.
A small practice goal
Extend the low end or high end of an open suit by one rank. Aces are low below twos; kings are the high end. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Aim for this result
Take a moment to check the current turn. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens.
Work through the instructions
- 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
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. 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
The board gives you the information needed for the next 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.
Common questions
For this game, 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.
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 instructions above use these same rules.
During a round, 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.
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 instructions above use these same rules.
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. You can start a new round from the game controls.
When I start, how many people can play here?
You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
When I start, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. A new round resets the current game.
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.
During a round, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. A new round resets the current game.
On this page, how many opponents are there?
Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. No download or player account is required.