Game guide · 10000ZW
Your guide to Spider Solitaire
Work at your own pace. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.
An idea for your next attempt
A clear plan starts with the current position. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
The purpose of your moves
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. A clear plan starts with the current position.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Making selections and moves
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. Before making a move, check the cards in view.
An example before you play
A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Use another round to revisit a decision.
A common point of confusion
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
More answers before you play
What is the aim?
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which format is available?
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.
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. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.
