| Game |
Description |
Difficulty |
Best for |
| Klondike Solitaire: The classic — the one that started it all |
The iconic Windows card game. Move cards to four foundation piles built by suit from Ace to King. Two modes: draw one (easier) or draw three (harder). |
⭐⭐ Medium |
Everyone |
| Spider Solitaire: Two decks, ten columns, one mission |
Played with two decks across 10 tableau columns. Build complete suit sequences from King to Ace to remove them. Available in 1-suit, 2-suit, and 4-suit difficulty. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard |
Experienced players |
| FreeCell Solitaire: Almost every game is winnable — if you plan ahead |
Four free cells act as temporary storage. All cards start face-up, meaning the entire game is visible from move one. Strategy and foresight win here, not luck. |
⭐⭐⭐ Medium-Hard |
Strategic thinkers |
| Tripeaks Solitaire: Three pyramids, one flowing sequence |
Clear three overlapping card pyramids by chaining sequences — each card must be one rank above or below the last. Suits are irrelevant. Fast, satisfying, and highly replayable. |
⭐⭐ Medium |
Quick sessions |
| Pyramid Solitaire: Pairs that sum to 13 |
Remove cards from a pyramid layout by pairing cards that add up to 13 (e.g. 4+9, 6+7, King alone). A unique matching mechanic unlike any other solitaire variant. |
⭐⭐ Medium |
Puzzle lovers |
| Golf Solitaire: Fast rounds, low scores win |
Like the sport: your score is the number of cards left at the end — fewer is better. Build a single ascending or descending sequence from a row of face-up cards. Quick and addictive. |
⭐ Easy |
Beginners & quick play |
| Yukon Solitaire: Klondike with no mercy — and no stock pile |
Similar layout to Klondike, but all cards are face-up from the start and there is no stock pile. You can move any face-up card regardless of sequence length. Ruthlessly strategic. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard |
Klondike veterans |
| Scorpion Solitaire: Spider's trickier cousin |
Seven columns, one deck. Build complete King-to-Ace sequences within the tableau using the same suit. Cards can be moved in incomplete groups — deceptively complex. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard |
Spider Solitaire fans |
| Addiction Solitaire: Slide cards into order — spaces are the key |
Remove all Aces to create four gaps. Slide cards into gaps to build rows by suit in ascending order, starting with a Two. A uniquely mechanical puzzle with no parallels in the family. |
⭐⭐⭐ Medium-Hard |
Puzzle enthusiasts |
| Forty Thieves Solitaire: Two decks, demanding rules, maximum challenge |
Ten tableau piles, two decks, strict rules: only one card moves at a time, and sequences must follow both rank and suit. One of the most demanding solitaire games available. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Expert |
Hardcore players |
| Crescent Solitaire: Two decks arranged in a crescent — a grand tableau |
Two decks form 16 tableau piles arranged in a crescent. Build eight foundation piles (four up from Ace, four down from King). A sprawling, strategic solitaire experience. |
⭐⭐⭐ Medium-Hard |
Long-session players |
| Canfield Solitaire: Born in the casino — notoriously hard to win |
Originally played as a gambling game in 19th-century casinos. A reserve pile of 13 cards feeds the tableau continuously. Win rates under 30% make every victory feel earned. |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hard |
Players who love a challenge |
| Monte Carlo Solitaire: Match pairs, consolidate, repeat |
Remove pairs of matching-rank cards from a 5×5 grid. After each removal round, the grid consolidates and new cards fill in from the stock. A meditative, pattern-based game. |
⭐⭐ Medium |
Casual, relaxing play |
| Aces Up Solitaire: Aces dominate — all other cards are expendable |
Four face-up columns. Discard any card of the same suit as a higher-ranked card in another column — Aces are the only cards that cannot be discarded. Simple rules, tricky execution. |
⭐⭐⭐ Medium-Hard |
Quick brain teasers |
What Are Solitaire Games?
Solitaire games are single-player card games where the goal is always the same: bring order to a shuffled deck. The rules for how to achieve that order — and how much freedom you have to move cards around — are what make each variant unique.
The word 'solitaire' comes from the Latin solitarius (solitary) and originally referred to any game or puzzle played alone. In card game terms, solitaire is also known as Patience across much of Europe — a fitting name, since patience is exactly what most variants demand.
Despite their shared DNA, the 14 solitaire games on this site play very differently from one another. Some, like FreeCell, give you the entire deck face-up and reward methodical planning. Others, like Canfield or Forty Thieves, rely on an unfavourable deal and challenge you to salvage a win against the odds. And some — Tripeaks, Golf, Monte Carlo — are built for speed: short sessions, quick decisions, immediate satisfaction.
Types of Solitaire Games — Find the Right One for You
Not sure which solitaire game to try next? Here's how the 14 variants break down by style and difficulty:
Foundation Builders — the classic structure
Games where you move cards to foundation piles ordered by suit. The most familiar solitaire structure. Includes: Klondike, FreeCell, Yukon, Canfield, Forty Thieves, Crescent.
Sequence Clearers — build chains, clear the board
Games where you build ascending or descending sequences to remove cards from the tableau. Fast and satisfying. Includes: Tripeaks, Golf, Scorpion, Spider.
Matching Games — pairs, sums, and patterns
Games where you remove cards by matching pairs or hitting a target sum. Includes: Pyramid (pairs summing to 13), Monte Carlo (matching ranks), Aces Up (suit dominance).
By Difficulty
Beginner-friendly: Golf, Klondike (draw 1), Monte Carlo
Intermediate: FreeCell, Tripeaks, Pyramid, Addiction
Expert: Forty Thieves, Yukon, Scorpion, Canfield, Spider (4-suit)
Frequently Asked Questions about Solitaire Games
How many solitaire games are there?
There are hundreds of documented solitaire variants worldwide. Solitaire 365 offers 14 of the most popular and widely-played solitaire games: Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Tripeaks, Pyramid, Golf, Yukon, Scorpion, Addiction, Forty Thieves, Crescent, Canfield, Monte Carlo, and Aces Up.
What is the most popular solitaire game?
Klondike is by far the most popular solitaire game worldwide — it was included in Windows 3.0 in 1990 and became the game most people think of when they hear the word 'solitaire'. Spider Solitaire and FreeCell are close seconds, both having been bundled with later versions of Windows.
What is the easiest solitaire game for beginners?
Golf Solitaire is the most beginner-friendly option — it has simple rules, fast rounds, and no complex tableau management. Klondike (draw one card) is also a great starting point, as it is the most familiar variant and has a well-documented set of rules.
What is the hardest solitaire card game?
Forty Thieves is widely considered the most difficult solitaire game — it uses two full decks, allows only single-card moves, and requires strict suit sequences. Canfield and 4-suit Spider Solitaire are close rivals, with win rates often below 20%.
Are all solitaire games free on Solitaire 365?
Yes — all 14 solitaire games are completely free with no download, no subscription, and no registration required. Mobile apps for iOS and Android are also available for offline play.
