Game guide · ZZQHMY
Understand the basics of 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. 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.
Bring this focus to a round
Read the position before choosing your 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. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
What you are aiming for
The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. The game area remains available above the explanation.
Follow these playing steps
- 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
Use the controls beside the game rather than guessing the rules. Tap an enabled card from your hand. The suit rows show cards already played. Use Pass only when it is enabled. The game area remains available above the explanation.
An example to follow
The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. 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.
An important reminder
The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. 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.
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. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
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. The instructions above use these same rules.
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.
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. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
During a round, 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.
Why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
Can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
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.
During a round, how many opponents are there?
Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. The controls work with mouse or touch.