TriPeaks Solitaire
Three small peaks of cards. A single growing foundation pile. Every move must play a peak card one rank above or below the foundation. String long combos without flipping the stock and watch your score multiply. TriPeaks is fast, rhythmic, and the most casino-feeling member of the solitaire family.
How to Play TriPeaks
- Eighteen face-down cards form three triangular peaks; ten face-up cards complete the bottom row.
- One stock card is flipped to start the foundation.
- Move any face-up peak card that is one rank above or below the foundation. Ranks wrap: Ace plays on 2 or King; King plays on Queen or Ace.
- Suits don't matter — only rank.
- When stuck, flip the next stock card. There's no recycle.
- Win by clearing all 28 peak cards before the stock runs out.
3 Quick Strategy Tips
- Chase combos. A 10-card combo scores 55 points; ten isolated removals score 10. The math matters.
- Stagger your peak unlocks. Don't open both children of a face-down peak card at once — you might trap yourself.
- Hoard the stock. Every stock flip resets your combo. Use the stock as a last resort.
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FAQ
What's the win rate?
Skilled players win around 50% of hands; optimal play approaches 90%.
Does TriPeaks have suits?
No. Only rank matters. Rank wraps too (Ace ↔ King ↔ Queen).
How is scoring calculated?
The Nth card in a combo is worth N points. Clearing all peaks awards a bonus equal to the cards left in stock.