Hi @Shanel Keziah ,
It doesn't necessarily mean that you're bad at the game or that the game is intentionally unfair. In TriPeaks, the difficulty can vary significantly depending on the card layout and the cards that are dealt.
The Master and Grandmaster levels are intended to be more challenging, so some deals can require very careful play and good timing. Also, the hint feature generally shows a possible move; it doesn't necessarily mean that following every hint will result in a win.
A few things you can try:
- Look for moves that uncover new cards rather than simply making the longest available sequence.
- Try to keep several possible moves available instead of using one sequence immediately.
- If the game allows you to replay a deal, compare different choices at the beginning to see how they affect the rest of the game.
- Make sure you're using the latest version of Microsoft Solitaire, since game updates can address bugs or other issues.
If you can provide the specific TriPeaks level/deal number (or a screenshot of the board), someone may be able to determine whether that particular deal is actually solvable.
So no, don't assume it's simply a skill problem. Some TriPeaks layouts are genuinely much harder than others, and a hint showing a move doesn't guarantee that the overall deal can be completed.