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Spider Solitaire: rules and examples
Start Spider Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.
Give this approach a try
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
How to proceed
- Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
How your actions work
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.
See the idea in action
A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
A mistake to avoid
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Questions about this game
Before I begin, what is the goal of Spider Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs.
For my first round, how do I control Spider Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Spider Solitaire?
For clarity: A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Spider Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
While reading the Guide, what format does Spider Solitaire offer?
For clarity: Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.
As a new player, which play mode does Spider Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.