Free Patience Solitaire.

FREE PATIENCE SOLITAIRE

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between Patience and Solitaire?

   Patience and Solitaire are the same game with different regional names. 'Patience' is commonly used in Europe (UK, France), while 'Solitaire' is the preferred term in North America. Both refer to single-player card games where the goal is to arrange cards in systematic order.

2. Is every game of Patience Solitaire winnable?

   No, not every deal is winnable. Turn 1 Solitaire has approximately a 33% win rate, while Turn 3 has only an 11% win rate. The random shuffle can create impossible configurations, but strategic play significantly increases your chances of winning winnable deals.

3. What's the difference between Turn 1 and Turn 3 Solitaire?

   In Turn 1, you draw one card at a time from the stockpile, making the game easier with a 33% win rate. In Turn 3, you draw three cards at a time with only the top card playable, creating a more challenging game with an 11% win rate.

4. Can I play Patience Solitaire on mobile devices?

   Yes! Free Patience Solitaire works perfectly on all devices - smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. The game is optimized for touchscreen controls and responsive design, so you can play anywhere without downloading an app.

5. Do I need to download anything to play?

   No download required! Free Patience Solitaire runs directly in your web browser. Simply visit the website and start playing instantly on any device with internet access.

6. How do I win at Patience Solitaire more often?

   Focus on revealing face-down cards first, move Aces and Twos to foundations immediately, build foundation piles evenly, prioritize moves in longer columns, and think several moves ahead. Practice regularly to recognize patterns and develop winning strategies.

7. What are the four foundation piles?

   The four foundation piles are where you build complete suits from Ace to King. Each pile holds one suit (Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs, or Spades) arranged in ascending order. Completing all four foundation piles wins the game.

8. Can I move cards from foundation piles back to the tableau?

   Yes, you can move cards from foundation piles back to the tableau if needed for strategic purposes. This flexibility helps create sequences and reveal hidden cards, though it costs you additional moves.

9. What can I place in empty tableau columns?

   Only Kings (or sequences starting with a King) can fill empty tableau columns. Empty columns are valuable strategic tools, so plan carefully before clearing one to ensure you have a King available.

10. Is Patience Solitaire good for your brain?

    Yes! Patience Solitaire improves cognitive skills including strategic thinking, pattern recognition, memory, decision-making, and concentration. Regular play helps keep your mind sharp while providing relaxing entertainment.

11. Can I play unlimited games for free?

    Absolutely! Play as many Free Patience Solitaire games as you want with no limits, no subscriptions, and no hidden costs. The game is completely free forever with unlimited deals.

12. What happens when the stockpile is empty?

    When the stockpile runs out, simply click the empty stockpile area to flip the waste pile face-down and create a new stockpile. You can redeal unlimited times without shuffling the cards.