How to play
- The goal is to move all 52 cards to the four foundations (top right), each built up by suit from Ace to King.
- In the seven tableau columns, build down in alternating colours – for example a red 9 on a black 10. You can move a whole run of face-up cards together.
- Only a King (or a run starting with a King) may go into an empty column.
- Click the stock (top left) to turn cards onto the waste pile. When the stock is empty, click it again to recycle the waste.
- Drag cards, or simply tap a card to move it to the best legal spot.
Draw 1 or Draw 3
Draw 1 turns one card at a time and is easier – most deals are winnable. Draw 3 turns three cards and only the top one is playable, which is the traditional, harder version.
Winning tips
- Turning over face-down cards is the top priority – free the biggest columns first.
- Don’t empty a column unless you have a King ready to move in.
- Don’t rush cards to the foundations if you still need them to hold lower cards of the other colour.
- Prefer moves from the tableau over moves from the waste.
More advice in our Solitaire tips guide.
FAQ
Is every game winnable?
No. Most deals can be won in theory, but some are impossible and many are lost to hidden cards. Unlimited undo lets you explore different lines.