What is Tri Peaks Solitaire?
Tri Peaks Solitaire, also released under the title Tri Peaks Social, is a casual 2D card game developed by DrMop that challenges players to dismantle three triangular card formations. The objective is to clear all tableau cards onto a single discard pile by matching values that sit one step higher or lower than the active card. Suits and card colors do not matter, keeping the gameplay focused entirely on smart card choices and chain combos. The title runs free directly in your web browser on desktop and mobile screens with no installation required.
Key features
- Three-peak formation: Cards stand in three connected triangular summits above an open baseline row.
- Suit-independent matching: Clear any exposed card whose rank is one value above or below the active discard.
- Continuous card sequences: Chain multiple valid cards together in a single run without drawing from reserve cards.
- Dynamic reveals: Removing overlapping cards turns the face-down cards underneath face-up automatically.
- Reserve stockpile: Draw replacement cards from the backup deck whenever the board offers no immediate matches.
- Horizontal display: Built in landscape orientation for smooth play across computer monitors and handheld devices.
How to play
- Observe the starting face-up card displayed on the central waste pile.
- Inspect the lowest row of exposed cards across the three card summits.
- Pick any accessible card that sits one rank above or one rank below the discard card.
- Watch covered cards flip face-up once both supporting cards underneath them are cleared away.
- Draw a replacement card from the face-down stockpile when no eligible moves appear on the layout.
- Remove every card from all three formations to complete the board.
Card sequence rules and tableau mechanics
Clearing the tableau requires strategic sequencing and careful card tracking. Every peak consists of overlapping tiers, meaning upper cards stay locked until both cards directly below them are removed. When you move a card to the discard pile, that card becomes the active target for your subsequent play. Aces act as circular bridges between Kings and Twos, allowing a descending sequence to reverse into an ascending run without requiring a draw from the stockpile.
| Active card | Eligible board matches |
|---|---|
| Ace | King or Two |
| Five | Four or Six |
| Jack | Ten or Queen |
| King | Queen or Ace |
Tips and strategy
- Prioritize uncovering hidden cards: Target cards that free covered face-down positions early to widen your available choices.
- Clear all three summits evenly: Balance your removals across each peak so you do not leave isolated cards stranded at the end.
- Survey moves before selecting: Examine the entire layout to spot potential multi-card runs before tapping your first card.
- Use Aces as pivot points: Transition smoothly between high court cards and low number cards by using Aces as stepping stones.
- Preserve your draw pile: Search the entire board thoroughly and exhaust every valid play before drawing a fresh card from the reserve.
Similar games
- Social Solitaire: Another card release by DrMop featuring classic patience card arrangements.
- Golf Solitaire: A fast sequential card puzzle where you clear cards onto a single foundation pile.
- Classic Solitaire: The traditional Klondike patience game centered on building suit foundations.
Developer and history
Tri Peaks Solitaire was developed by DrMop and released in April 2020. The game offers a quick, accessible take on the classic three-pyramid solitaire puzzle, optimized for instant play in modern web browsers across desktop computers and mobile devices.
