Game guide · GSAZJC
Getting started with Klondike Solitaire
Keep the active rule in mind. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Use another round to revisit a decision.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
Work at your own pace. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Aim for this result
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.
The steps to play
- Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. A clear plan starts with the current position.
Learn from a sample situation
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Notice this detail
Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.
If you are unsure
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which version is played here?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.