How to Play FreeCell

THE PLAYBOOK · JINHUIBLIND

Take a moment with FreeCell before moving to another game. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.

One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

Notice the feedback

Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.

Your goal

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.

Step by step

Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group.
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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

A useful example

With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.

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. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.

Common questions

When I return, what is the goal of FreeCell?

For clarity: Build four suit foundations from ace to king.

How do I control FreeCell?

Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.

On this playing page, what example helps explain FreeCell?

Here is the relevant explanation: With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together.

While learning, what should I watch out for in FreeCell?

Keep this in mind: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.

When I return, what format does FreeCell offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

As a new player, which play mode does FreeCell use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.