THE PLAYBOOK · SUDAANMO
Read before your next round of Russian Solitaire
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Russian Solitaire. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Look at what changes after your first action.
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Make the next step deliberately.
The challenge in front of you
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
A walkthrough of the rules
- Move any face-up card and its tail onto the next higher rank of the same suit. Kings fill empty columns.
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the 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. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
An example to follow
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Notice the change in the playing area.
Keep this in mind
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
A few questions answered
While learning, what is the goal of Russian Solitaire?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king.
When I return, how do I control Russian Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Russian Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Russian Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
For a quick reminder, what format does Russian Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Russian Solitaire use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.