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How to play Klondike Solitaire
Make Klondike Solitaire your next activity in the game library. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Start with a deliberate move.
Step by step
- 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.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Klondike Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Build four suit foundations from ace to king.
For my first round, how do I control Klondike Solitaire?
For clarity: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
What example helps explain Klondike Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7.
What should I watch out for in Klondike Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
As a new player, what format does Klondike Solitaire offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
As a new player, which play mode does Klondike Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.