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How to play Forty Thieves Solitaire
Bring your attention to one round of Forty Thieves Solitaire. Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. 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. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Forty Thieves Solitaire?
For clarity: Build eight suit foundations from ace to king.
While learning, how do I control Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Forty Thieves Solitaire?
For clarity: A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
What format does Forty Thieves Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Before I begin, which play mode does Forty Thieves Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
