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How to play Klondike Solitaire
Read the aim of Klondike Solitaire, then make your first move. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Keep the aim in sight
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Compare the situation with the worked example. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Klondike Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Build four suit foundations from ace to king.
Before I begin, 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.
While learning, what example helps explain Klondike Solitaire?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Klondike Solitaire?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
What format does Klondike Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
For a quick reminder, 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.
