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Solitaire is a popular card game that involves playing with a single deck of cards. The goal is to move all the cards from the tableau, or face-down piles, to the foundation piles. Each foundation pile starts with an Ace and is built up in ascending order, by suit. Players must uncover face-down cards and move cards between piles according to specific rules. Solitaire offers a challenging and engaging experience for players of all ages and skill levels.
The name "Klondike" for this particular solitaire game is believed to be a reference to the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century. During this time, miners often played solitaire to pass the time while waiting for their next opportunity to strike it rich. The game's popularity among miners in the Klondike region likely led to its association with the name.
Klondike Solitaire has one deck and in the Tableau there are seven piles of one to seven cards. There is a stock pile that releases a single card. There are four Foundation piles in the game.
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This page was last updated on 25 October 2024.
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Game objective
Klondike Solitaire is won when all cards have been successfully moved to the Foundation piles.
Klondike family card games are somewhat special among other solitaires in that nearly all deals are solvable. As in all solitaire games, the deal of cards in Klondike Solitaire is based on a shuffle, and sometimes the cards may be dealt in a way that makes the game unsolvable. Klondike Solitaire can be challenging, especially as you progress to higher levels. However, the game is easy to learn and with practice, you can develop the skills needed to win almost all deals.
Game complexity: Easy
Odds of winning: Average, half of 10 games
Gameplay
Allowed moves:
‣ move cards between the Tableau piles, building down in alternating colors (for example, a red 6 can be placed on a black 7)
‣ transfer cards to the Foundation piles, starting with Aces, and then building up in suit until each Foundation pile contains a complete suit in ascending order
‣ release one card from the Stock if your exhausted your Tableau moves
Score for a Klondike Solitaire is a sum of seconds spend for a game and moves done during it.
InSolitaire.com allows you to retract your last move with "Undo".
Don't forget to check your statistics – for that choose the Statistics item from the More menu in the top right corner.
Game setup
Decks: Klondike Solitaire is played with a single deck of 52 cards.
Piles: Game table holds seven Tableau piles of seven to six cards and four Foundation piles.
Deal: The cards are dealt into seven Tableau piles, with each pile containing an increasing number of face-down cards and the topmost card face-up.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can every game of Klondike Solitaire be won?
No, not every game of Klondike Solitaire is winnable. The deal of cards in Klondike Solitaire is based on a shuffle, and sometimes the cards may be dealt in a way that makes the game unsolvable. However, the majority of Klondike Solitaire deals are winnable with the right strategy and moves.
Can I move multiple cards at once in Klondike Solitaire?
Yes, you are allowed to move sequences of cards under certain conditions, such as when building down in alternating colors. Such moves are allowed on tableau only.
Can I use the cards from the foundation piles in Klondike Solitaire?
Yes, once a card has been placed in the foundation, it be moved back to the tableau, however at a price of a penalty of 15 points that are deducted from your score. Foundation cards are not considered "locked" and could be used for further gameplay, though at a high stake.
Are there any strategies that can be helpful when playing Klondike Solitaire?
Absolutely, here are some tips and tricks: expose hidden cards in the tableau piles by playing cards that cover them, build foundations early – basically, as soon as possible, then create and use empty Tableau piles strategically for temporarily storing cards and rearranging sequences, play in alternating colors and plan ahead and consider your move consequences.
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