About Classic Solitaire

Classic Solitaire is a straightforward take on Klondike, the card game most people already know from Windows. A shuffled deck deals into seven tableau columns, each topped by one face-up card, with the rest of the deck sitting in a draw pile at the top. The goal is to move every card into four foundation piles, sorted by suit from Ace up to King.

You clear a path to those foundations by rebuilding the tableau in descending order with alternating colors, flipping over hidden cards as you empty the piles above them, and pulling fresh cards from the draw pile whenever you run out of moves. It is the same patient, one-decision-at-a-time pacing the genre is known for: no timer forcing your hand, just working out which card unlocks the next.

Controls

Click or tap a card to pick it up, then click or tap the pile you want to drop it on — dragging works too. The game highlights the smallest playable card, so this build is friendly to players who are still learning which moves are legal.

Tips

  • Uncover face-down cards before chasing foundation moves — a buried card can block an entire column later.
  • Don't empty a column too early just to open a slot; an empty column is worth more with a King ready to fill it.
  • Work through the draw pile fully before assuming you're stuck — a useful card is often a few draws away.

Runs on desktop and mobile with nothing to install, and suits a slower, one-hand-free session as much as a quick round on a break.

Classic Solitaire FAQ

What are the rules of Classic Solitaire?
Sort the whole deck into four foundation piles by suit, from Ace to King. Build the seven tableau columns downward with alternating red and black cards, and use the draw pile when you run out of moves in the tableau.
How do I move a card?
Click or tap the card you want to move, then click or tap the pile you want to place it on. Dragging a card directly to its destination also works.
Can I play Classic Solitaire on my phone?
Yes, it runs in the browser on desktop, phone and tablet with no download required.
Which card should I move first?
The game highlights the smallest playable card as a hint, which is a good place to start if you're not sure which move is legal.

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