Enter The Nostalgic Realm of Klondike Solitaire
Klondike Solitaire nourishes you with mental and cognitive superpowers. For over a century, Klondike has been more than a solution to end boredom - It has been a source of stimulating entertainment. The game can potentially re-wire your brain to work at super intensities.
By playing Klondike, my mental proficiency has increased. Instead of dreading a work dispute, my mind is now capable of forming creative strategies to solve it. To help, I often play Klondike at the end of every week or before I prepare for meetings.
Most often, it is not possible to solve life problems with a single solution. Klondike Solitaire jump-starts my brain to creatively strategize solutions differently.
Spark your mental capabilities with Klondike Solitaire. A game built to stretch the performance of your intellect.
Are you ready to explore?
Playing Klondike Solitaire — The Layout
Klondike Solitaire requires a shuffled standard deck of cards; the Jokers sit this one out. There are four main areas in the Solitaire layout: Tableau, Foundation, Stockpile, and Wastepile. Arrange the cards in the Foundation according to their respective suits by deconstructing the Tableau.
1.The Tableau
The main cards you will play with are neatly stacked in the Tableau. The Tableau contains seven columns of 28 cards in an ascending number of face-down cards from left to right. The last card in every column is turned face-up and ready to move. A complete Tableau setup will have one card in the first column, two in the second, and so forth. The seventh column will have seven cards.
2.The Stockpile
All remaining 24 cards go into the Stockpile after the Tableau is built. The Stockpile cards are all placed face-down. This hidden trove of treasure is available to use throughout the game anytime you are stuck. Don’t get too caught up in flipping through your stockpile. Remember that these secret treasures are valuable only in small quantities.
3.The Waste Pile
The purpose of the Wastepile is simple, yet tricky. While it holds the cards revealed from the Stockpile that you don’t need, you can only access its recent card. If you want to access a card that you had in the Wastepile on a previous draw, first use the card above it. Once the cards from the Stockpile are over, the Wastepile is turned over onto the Stockpile area to continue playing.
4.The Foundation
The Foundation area has four free spaces to host your complete suits. Complete in an online digital setup, our Klondike Solitaire’s playability is super-interactive. And hey! We’ve made moving cards easy with click-and-drag features.
The Complete and Original Version of Solitaire
Klondike Solitaire gives you a perfect understanding of all areas in any Solitaire variant. Our minimalistic and soothing interface completes the experience.
Unveil Your Strategic Side
1.The goal of the game is to move all cards to the Foundation to win. Start at the Ace and begin moving cards from the Tableau to the Foundation. The Foundation is piled in Ascending order from Aces to the suit’s King. The quicker you move cards to the Foundation, the closer you are to winning, but there’s a catch! Once a card moves into the Foundation, it cannot be retrieved for use in the Tableau. Therefore, be wise with your moves.
2.The cards in the Tableau are your biggest challenge. How? You have to reveal the face-down cards in the columns and move them to the Foundation. While this sounds like a breeze, it really is not! You can only access a face-down card after you move a face-up one. Move cards between columns face-up under other cards in descending order and alternating colors. If you think your brain is going to get a bit of a workout, think again; it’s going to be stretched and bent beyond imagination. In the end, you will realize why Klondike Solitaire has survived decades of gaming.
3.Stuck? Reach into your Stockpile for a possible fix. The mystery of the Stockpile is impossible to decipher unless you turn a card. This card will either make you want to fist-bump the air or land in the Wastepile. Cards from the Stockpile can be moved to the columns or directly into the Foundation. But are you sure you want to move it to the Foundation? Maybe not! Moving more than three cards into their corresponding suit in the Foundation could block future moves. So, watch out.
The Challenge
Organize cards on the Tableau in their respective suits, in alternating colors, AND in descending order.
Tip!
We boast a Solitaire game escapade like no other. Complete with HINT and UNDO buttons, you can enjoy a soothing yet invigorating experience.
For The Love of Keyboard Shortcuts
Whoever says that keyboard gaming is outdated doesn’t appreciate its perks. We do! So here are shortcuts for Windows and Apple computers.
Let’s get clicking!
Windows
Undo:
Ctr
+
Z
or
Backspace
Hint:
H
Navigate:
Select:
Space
(once)
Move:
Space
in the new spot
Mac
Undo:
delete
or
Hint:
H
Navigate:
Select:
Space
(once)
Move:
Space
in the new spot
Begin Playing and Start Mentally Evolving
Klondike Solitaire will change the way you think! Go from being an average problem solver to a troubleshooting Superstar with regular gameplay.
Winning Tips and Quirky Tricks
You Dont Have to Move Your Aces
While moving cards to the foundation is the main aim of the game, avoiding moving any cards at all can help. It is instinct to move your Aces to the Foundation once familiar with the game. However, holding off on moving any cards to the Foundation will keep you focused on the Tableau arrangement. Move your Ace only when needed.
Focus on All The Suits
When playing, focus on all the suits. In fact, forget the suit and focus on the colors/value. This strategy will keep you grounded in the game without isolating a single suit.
Focus on Flipping Cards
If you had a choice between moving a stack of cards to a column or flipping a face-down card, always choose to flip. This choice will help you unveil new cards rather than drawing from the Stockpile.
Leave Open Columns Alone
If there are no cards to reveal in a column, do not prioritize moving the stack to another column. Instead, keep your efforts trained on revealing face-down cards.
More Than Just A Game
Our Klondike Solitaire is built for the relaxation and focus experience of every player. Our HINT and UNDO buttons also keep the environment stress-free.
Did you know?
Klondike is also called Canfield in America, as it was a gambling game in the Canfield Casino.
Fun Fact!
Microsoft’s credit for developing the first digital version of Solitaire goes to a humble intern, Wes Cherry.
Fun Fact!
You can complete a Solitaire game in 52 moves/clicks — One for each card.
52
Did you know?
Microsoft developed Solitaire to help people to learn how to use a mouse by developing muscle memory.
Did you know?
In 2019, Solitaire was introduced into the World Video Game Hall of Fame.
More Power to You!
We understand that playing Solitaire is not just about the game — It’s the experience. Our platform is built to bring players to the heart of Solitaire. Your triumphs, challenges, and overall play experience drive our purpose. Let’s win together!
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- Solitaire
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