CalcoTools Games

Peak Cards

Clear three card peaks by playing cards one rank above or below the pile card. Chain plays for bigger scores and a fresh seeded deal every day.

How to play

  1. Three overlapping peaks of cards are laid out. Only cards with nothing on top of them are face up and playable.
  2. Tap an open card that is exactly one rank higher or lower than the card on the pile. King and ace count as neighbours.
  3. When nothing matches, tap the stock to flip a new pile card. That breaks your streak, so draw as little as you can.
  4. Clear all 28 cards to win. Each unused stock card is worth bonus points.

Tips and strategy

  • Look at the whole peak before you play. Choose the card that uncovers the most new cards.
  • Long streaks score much more than short ones, because each card in a row is worth more than the last.
  • Planning which way to run a sequence, up or down, often decides whether you keep a streak.
  • Peak tops are worth a bonus, but don't dig for them if it costs you a streak.

FAQ

Do king and ace connect?
Yes. A king can be played on an ace and an ace on a king, so runs can wrap all the way round.
Can every deal be cleared?
Almost every deal can be cleared with perfect play, but a few can't. That is part of the challenge.
How is the score worked out?
Each card is worth 10 times its place in your current streak, peak tops add 100, and clearing everything adds a bonus for unused stock cards.