Game guide · MIBDF
A practical guide to Sevens
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. A standard deck is dealt to four players, thirteen cards each. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Four-player free Sevens with three local computer opponents. This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening and low Aces.
A small practice goal
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. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
What the game asks you to do
A careful first move helps you understand the round. Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
From the start of a round
- 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.
How to interact with the game
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.
Learn from a sample situation
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. After 7♥ is opened, 6♥ or 8♥ can be played. 5♥ must wait until 6♥ is on the table. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Pay attention to this rule
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. The game area remains available above the explanation.
A few questions answered
What is the aim of Sevens?
Play every card to four suit sequences that expand outward from their sevens. No download or player account is required.
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. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
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 game is played locally in your browser.
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. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
For this game, 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. The controls work with mouse or touch.
For this game, how many people can play here?
You vs 3 computers. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The controls work with mouse or touch.
On this page, why must 7♦ open?
This table uses the seven-of-diamonds opening variant. The instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, can I hold back a playable card and pass?
No. A legal move is required whenever one is available. You can start a new round from the game controls.
During a round, where does an Ace go?
Below the two of its own suit. Aces do not follow kings at this table. You can start a new round from the game controls.
For this game, how many opponents are there?
Three local computer opponents, all playing from their own hands and the visible table. The instructions above use these same rules.
