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The essentials of playing Russian Solitaire
Open Russian Solitaire, check the instructions and begin a round. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Bring this focus to a round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your objective
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
The order of play
- 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.
Keyboard and screen 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. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
An example before you play
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
Check this before moving on
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. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Russian Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Build four suit foundations from ace to king.
As a new player, how do I control Russian 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 Russian Solitaire?
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Russian Solitaire?
For clarity: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
Before I begin, what format does Russian Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Before I begin, which play mode does Russian Solitaire use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.