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Quick start: Pick a Solitaire variant and play in your browser, free. Use Turn 1 or Turn 3, toggle winnable deals, and go fullscreen. New to Solitaire? The basics below will get you winning faster.
How to play (Klondike in 3 steps)
- Setup: 7 tableau columns, foundations are empty, the stock feeds cards to the waste.
- Build: Make descending, alternating-color sequences in the tableau; move Aces to foundations and build up by suit to King.
- When stuck: Flip from the stock to the waste; only Kings or King-led runs can fill empty columns.
Choose your game
- Klondike (Classic Solitaire): Turn 1 or Turn 3, great all-round play.
- Spider: Build down in-rank; 1, 2 or 4 suits change difficulty a lot.
- FreeCell: All cards face-up; plan with open cells.
- Pyramid: Pair cards that total 13; clear the pyramid.
- TriPeaks: Clear tableau by +1/−1 sequencing.
- Yukon, Forty Thieves, Canfield, Golf, Crescent, Scorpion: Distinct rules for advanced players.
Turn 1 vs Turn 3
Turn 1 flips one card from the stock at a time; Turn 3 flips three. Turn 1 offers more flexibility and is generally easier to solve. Turn 3 increases planning and challenge.
Core terms you'll see
- Tableau: 7 columns where you build descending, alternating colors.
- Foundations: 4 piles by suit, Ace to King.
- Stock and Waste: Draw from stock to waste when you can't move.
- Sequences: Descending runs in alternating colors; ascending by suit on foundations.
Smart ways to win
- Free facedown cards first, especially in longer columns.
- Scan the tableau before moving cards from the waste.
- Build foundations evenly; you can pull back if needed.
- Reserve spaces for Kings; don't rush every auto-move.
- Use undo and hints to explore lines without losing the thread.
Features players use a lot
- Winnable deals and numbered deals.
- Undo, hints, auto-finish (when safe).
- Fullscreen, themes, card backs, animation and sound toggles.
- Keyboard shortcuts and click-to-move.
- Stats: time, moves, win rate, streaks.
Compare popular variants
| Variant | Key setup | Main build rule | Typical difficulty | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klondike | 7 tableau, stock/waste | Descending, alt colors; A→K by suit on foundations | Easy-Medium (Turn 3 harder) | Balanced play, classic feel |
| Spider | 10 tableau; 1/2/4 suits | Build down in suit; complete K→A runs | Medium-Hard (more suits = harder) | Deep planning, longer runs |
| FreeCell | All face-up; 4 free cells | Use cells to stage moves | Medium | Strategists, perfect info |
| Pyramid | Pyramid layout | Pairs totaling 13 | Medium | Quick, tactical clears |
| TriPeaks | 3 peaks tableau | ±1 sequencing | Easy-Medium | Fast streak play |
FAQ
Is every deal winnable?
No. You can enable winnable-only deals to practice solvable layouts.
What's the fastest way to improve?
Prioritize flipping hidden cards, keep foundations even, and plan King spaces before opening a column.
Should I always auto-finish?
Use auto-finish only when no tableau play is blocked; otherwise you may reduce options.
Turn 1 or Turn 3 for beginners?
Start with Turn 1. There's no downloads or sign-ups just play.
Can I pause and resume later?
Yes. It's OK to take a pause, the game autosaves.
Ready to play?
Choose a variant, hit New Game, and enjoy a clean, fast Solitaire session right now.