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Russian Solitaire: instructions and practice

Try a more deliberate round

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

The goal to keep in mind

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. A clear plan starts with the current position.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Move any face-up card and its tail onto the next higher rank of the same suit. Kings fill empty columns.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. 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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. A clear plan starts with the current position.

Try this example

A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Keep this in mind

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.

If you are unsure

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

How do I use the controls?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

A heart 6 fits a heart 7, not a spade 7. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which controls should I use?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

Yukon-style deal, same-suit building, no stock. Free solo play, no wagering. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.