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How to Play Russian Solitaire

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Russian Solitaire: learn through an example

Take a moment to read the table. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Keep the active rule in mind. Move any face-up card and its tail onto the next higher rank of the same suit. Kings fill empty columns. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.

One thing to notice as you play

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Aim for this result

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use another round to revisit a decision. Keep the active rule in mind.

Step by step

  1. Move any face-up card and its tail onto the next higher rank of the same suit. Kings fill empty columns.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

Choosing and moving on screen

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Learn from a sample situation

A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

A common point of confusion

Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Common questions

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. Begin with the objective. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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