How to Play Klondike Solitaire

THE PLAYBOOK · 850305

How to play Klondike Solitaire

Play Klondike Solitaire on 850305, then compare your approach with the example below. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. The accompanying practice note focuses on mistake-aware practice.

One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.

Mistake-aware practice

Read the common mistake below before starting. Watch for that situation during the round rather than relying on trial and error.

Your goal

Build four suit foundations from ace to king.

Step by step

1. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together.
2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
3. Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
4. 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.

A useful example

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7.

Watch out for this

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.

Common questions