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Klondike Solitaire is arguably the most well-known and widely played variation of solitaire. Klondike Solitaire is played with a standard deck of 52 cards, and the objective is to build four Foundation piles in ascending order, starting with Ace and ending with King. In this version you can draw one card from the stock.
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 belongs to the eponymous category.
If you like Klondike Solitaire, check out these variations and family games: Klondike, 3 Turns, Double Klondike, Triple Klondike, Face Up Klondike, Australian Patience, Easy Australian Patience, Strict Klondike and Face Up Klondike, 3 Turns, and others.
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This page was last updated on 16 December 2024.
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Game objective
Goal: Move all cards in game to Foundation piles.
Game complexity: Easy
Odds of winning: High, more than half of 10 games
Game setup
How many decks are in play: A single standard 52-card deck is used.
Which card piles are involved: For Klondike there are seven piles of one to seven cards in the Tableau. There is a Stock pile that releases a single card to Waste pile, and there are four Foundation piles.
What the initial deal looks like: Deal one card to each Tableau pile (1-7 cards). The top card of each pile is face-up. Remaining cards form the Stock.
Gameplay
Allowed moves:
‣ One card is released to Waste pile by clicking over a Stock. If there are no more cards left in Stock, they can be collected (redealt) from the Waste pile by clicking the empty Stock. Player has unlimited redeals.
‣ A single top card could be taken from Waste pile.
‣ Foundation piles are built in same suit from Aces to Kings. Only one card could be dropped to a Foundation pile at a time. Only an Ace could be placed to an empty Foundation pile.
‣ A subpile, arranged in alternating suit Kings to Aces could be taken from Tableau piles. Tableau piles are built in alternating suit from Kings to Aces. A pile of cards could be dropped to a Tableau pile if it satisfies the arrangement. Only a pile that has a King in its bottom could be placed to an empty Tableau pile.
Also note:
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 is based on a shuffle, and sometimes the cards may be dealt in a way that makes the game unsolvable. Klondike 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. You can undo all of your moves in this game. Score for Klondike Solitaire is a sum of seconds spent for a game and moves done during it.
Game rating – 4.9 on 4,588 likes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Klondike Solitaire
Can every game of Klondike be won?
No, not every game of Klondike is winnable. The deal of cards in Klondike 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 deals are winnable with the right strategy and moves.
Can I move multiple cards at once in Klondike?
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?
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?
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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