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How to play Sevens

A beginner's guide to the rules and strategy of Sevens. The rules vary from place to place, so here are the ones this site uses.

How to play Sevens

  1. 1

    Four players. Take out the jokers and deal all 52 cards, 13 each. After the deal, whoever holds a 7 puts it on the table, so the four 7s start one row per suit.

  2. 2

    The player who had the 7 of diamonds goes first, then play moves clockwise. On your turn, play one card from your hand or pass.

  3. 3

    You can only play a card right next to either end of its suit's row. For example, if 5♠ to 9♠ are on the table, the spades you can play are 4♠ and 10♠. Ace is below 2 and king is above queen; ace and king don't connect.

  4. 4

    You can pass up to 3 times per round, even when you could play. After 3 passes, you must play if you can.

  5. 5

    If you have used all 3 passes and can't play, a 4th pass means you lose the round. Your remaining cards are laid out in their places on the table, even if they don't connect to a 7. The others can still only play next to the ends of a row.

  6. 6

    Players are ranked in the order they go out. Anyone who loses ranks below everyone who went out, and the first to lose ranks lowest. When only one player is left, they take the next place.

  7. 7

    1st place scores 3 points, 2nd 2, 3rd 1 and 4th 0; the total after 5 rounds decides the winner. The cards are dealt again every round. There are no jokers, and ace and king don't connect.

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FAQ

Is Sevens free to play?

Yes, and there's no sign-up. Play in the browser on your phone, tablet or computer.

How many times can I pass?

Up to 3 times per round, even when you could play. If you have used all 3 and can't play, a 4th pass means you lose the round.

What happens to a player who loses?

All their cards are laid out in their places on the table, even ones that don't connect to a 7. The others can still only play next to the ends of a row that runs from the 7.

Are there jokers or wraparounds?

No. It's played with 52 cards and no jokers, and ace and king don't connect. These are the basic rules, easy to pick up.

Can I choose the computer level?

Yes: Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced. Beginner plays any card it can. Intermediate starts with suits where its own cards come next. Advanced also passes on purpose to block the others.

How long is a game?

5 rounds. 1st place scores 3 points, 2nd 2, 3rd 1 and 4th 0, and the total decides the winner. Close the page anytime and pick up where you left off.

Is there undo or a hint?

You can undo back to before your last play or pass, as often as you like within a round. Hint highlights the card the Advanced computer would play (it may suggest passing).

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