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Russian Solitaire: what to know before playing
Begin with the objective. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Move any face-up card and its tail onto the next higher rank of the same suit. Kings fill empty columns. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Try a more deliberate round
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
The objective of a round
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Check the relevant controls before continuing. A clear plan starts with the current position.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
How to interact with the game
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
Work through an example
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Check this before moving on
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Read these answers for extra help
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which version is played here?
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Check the relevant controls before continuing.