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How to play Forty Thieves Solitaire
Take a moment with Forty Thieves Solitaire before moving to another game. Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Step by step
- Move one card at a time; build down in the same suit. Empty columns accept one card.
- 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.
Controls
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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. A different version of the game may use a different rule. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king.
For this browser game, how do I control Forty Thieves 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.
When I return, what example helps explain Forty Thieves Solitaire?
The key detail is this: A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
While learning, what format does Forty Thieves Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
For this browser game, which play mode does Forty Thieves Solitaire use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
