Game guide · 020GAY8
Play Spider Solitaire with the rules at hand
Keep the active rule in mind. Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. A clear plan starts with the current position. Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.
Give this approach a try
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
The purpose of your moves
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Use another round to revisit a decision. Begin with the objective.
The steps to play
- Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
How your actions work
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
Work through an example
A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
A common point of confusion
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Helpful answers for players
What is the aim?
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which format is available?
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which version is played here?
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.