How many cards are used in Double Pyramid Solitaire?

The game uses two full decks of 52 cards, totaling 104 cards. 45 are dealt into the pyramid, and 59 remain in the stockpile.

Does the sum of 13 still apply with two decks?

Yes. Even with two decks, the core rule remains matching pairs that total 13 (e.g., 9+4, 10+3, or a single King).

Why is there a 9-row pyramid instead of 7?

Because Double Pyramid uses more cards, the tableau is expanded to 9 rows to increase the challenge and the number of starting moves.

How many times can I redeal the stockpile?

You are allowed three passes through the 59-card stockpile. After the third pass, no more cards can be drawn.

Is it possible to pair two cards from the stockpile?

No, you generally pair the top card of the waste pile with an exposed card in the pyramid. However, some variations allow pairing the top two cards of the waste pile.

What makes Double Pyramid easier than the classic version?

With 104 cards in play, there are eight of every card rank. This dramatically increases the statistical probability of finding a match for any given card.

Can I play Double Pyramid on my phone?

Absolutely! Cloudz.fun is optimized for mobile, so the large 9-row pyramid is scaled to fit your smartphone or tablet screen perfectly.

Are there more Kings in this version?

Yes, there are 8 Kings in total. Since they are worth 13 on their own, removing them quickly is the best way to uncover buried cards.

Do I have to clear the stockpile to win?

No. Your only goal is to clear all 45 cards from the pyramid tableau. Any cards remaining in the stock or waste piles do not affect your victory.

How to Play Cheops Solitaire

Cheops Solitaire is an engaging variation of Pyramid Solitaire. Instead of adding cards up to 13, you clear the tableau by pairing exposed cards that are either the same rank or in a numerical sequence (one rank higher or lower).

🎯 Objective

Clear the pyramid-shaped tableau by pairing exposed cards. You can pair cards that have the same rank (e.g., two 7s) or cards in sequence (e.g., a 6 and a 7). Aces are 1, Jacks are 11, Queens are 12, and Kings are 13. Note: Aces and Kings cannot be paired together.

Cheops Solitaire Setup

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The Tableau:

In the main area of gameplay that you’re trying to clear, you build a pyramid of face-up cards, beginning with one at the tip of the pyramid and ending with 7 cards at the base of the pyramid. All rows overlap the previous row slightly.

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The Stock Pile:

The remaining cards, placed facedown, become the stock pile, which you turn over when you run out of moves on the tableau.

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The Waste Pile:

Any cards you flip from the stock pile move face-up into the waste pile. The face-up card that is revealed can be used to pair with cards in the tableau.

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The Foundation Pile:

The foundation pile is where you place the pairs of cards or single kings as you clear the tableau.

Cheops Solitaire Rules

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Remove cards by pairing them with cards that are the same rank, or that are one rank higher.

For example, a 4 of spades can be paired with a 5 of hearts, 4 of clubs, or a 3 of spades. You can not pair an ace or king together.

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You can only remove exposed cards.

Only cards that are not overlapped by cards in the row below are eligible to be paired with other exposed cards. This means you can’t pick up an 8 to pair with a 7 that is behind it—both must be exposed to be paired.

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You can only use the face-up card in the waste pile.

You can turn over the top card of the stock pile to create a face-up waste pile. The face-up card in the waste pile is considered to be a playable exposed card.

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Use the stock pile only three times.

Once all of the stock pile cards have been placed into the waste pile, you can click the waste pile so that the cards flip facedown back into the stock pile to be used again. You only get three passes through the stock pile.

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Foundation cards are removed from play.

Any cards placed in the foundation pile cannot be replayed.

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You cannot fill empty spaces.

Unlike traditional Klondike Solitaire, the gaps left behind by removing cards can't be used to move or store other cards; you must play from the pyramid as is.

Strategies to Win Cheops Solitaire

Deal a card from the stock pile first.
Flipping over the first card from the stock pile immediately gives you a face-up card in the waste pile. This can offer more options to match cards and remove them from the pyramid when you first begin gameplay.
Check out the tableau before making a move.
When you first start the game, quickly check out the tableau in conjunction with the card that is face-up in your waste pile. Consider possible moves and look for cards that might block moves.
Prioritize matches in the tableau.
You only need to clear the tableau, not the stock pile. So prioritize pairs in the tableau over using cards from the waste pile to make a pair.
Remove the cards evenly.
If possible, try to pair off cards evenly on both sides of the pyramid. If you don’t maintain balance, you may end up with cards trapped on one side that you need for pairs.
Manage your Kings and Aces.
Since Kings and Aces cannot be paired together in this version, keep track of where they are to ensure they don't block your progress.
Use the hint button.
You can use our hint button to help you identify which cards to move or our undo button to try different moves.

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How Difficult is Cheops Solitaire?

Cheops Solitaire offers a moderate challenge. By allowing matches based on both rank and sequence, Cheops provides more movement options than traditional Pyramid Solitaire, making it a very fluid and winnable strategy game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about playing Cheops Solitaire on Cloudz.fun.

While both use a pyramid tableau, the pairing rules are different. In traditional Pyramid, you pair cards that sum to 13. In Cheops, you pair cards that have the same rank (e.g., two 7s) or cards that are in sequence (e.g., a 5 and a 6).

No. Although they are technically 'in sequence' in many other card games, Cheops Solitaire rules specifically state that an Ace and a King cannot be paired together.

A card is considered exposed only if it is not overlapped by any cards in the row below it. You must remove the cards at the base of the pyramid to 'unlock' the cards in the rows above them.

You are allowed a total of three passes through the stock pile. Once the stock pile is empty, you can flip the waste pile back over to restart the cycle, but you cannot do this more than twice after the initial deal.

No. Unlike Klondike or other solitaire versions, you cannot fill empty spaces or move cards around the tableau. Once a card is removed, that space remains empty for the rest of the game.

It is best to prioritize matches within the tableau. Your ultimate goal is to clear the pyramid, not the stock pile. Using cards already in the pyramid helps expose the rows above them faster.

Paired cards are moved to the foundation pile. Once a card is placed in the foundation, it is removed from play and cannot be brought back into the game.

Removing cards from only one side of the pyramid can lead to a 'lopsided' tableau. This often results in trapping cards on the heavy side that you might need for pairs, making it much harder to reach the top of the pyramid.

No, suits do not matter for matching. You only need to focus on the numerical rank of the cards.

Cheops Solitaire