THE PLAYBOOK · MU6006
An introduction to playing Russian Solitaire
Choose a round of Russian Solitaire and settle into its rules. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Look at what changes after your first action.
Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
A small practice goal
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
The purpose of your moves
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
An example to follow
A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.
One detail worth checking
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Helpful answers for players
What is the goal of Russian Solitaire?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king.
For my first round, how do I control Russian Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
As a new player, what example helps explain Russian Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Russian Solitaire?
For clarity: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
On this playing page, what format does Russian Solitaire offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
As a new player, which play mode does Russian Solitaire use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.