Spider Solitaire

Enjoy the classic Spider Solitaire game online for free. Stack cards in descending order and clear the board to win.

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Game Details

Spider Solitaire is a classic solitaire game popularized by Microsoft in Windows 98. The original developer is unknown, but it has become a staple in the world of card games.

Gameplay Video

Key Features of Spider Solitaire

• Challenging gameplay with two decks
• Strategic card sequencing
• Multiple difficulty levels (one-suit
• two-suit
• four-suit)
• Classic solitaire experience

Game Overview

Spider Solitaire is a widely enjoyed variation of traditional solitaire, distinguished by its use of two decks, totaling 104 cards. The primary goal is to construct eight sequences of cards, each in descending order from King to Ace, all within the same suit. Successfully completing a sequence removes it from the tableau, and the game is won when all cards are cleared.

The setup includes ten tableau columns: the first four columns hold six cards each, and the remaining six have five cards each, with only the top card face up. The rest of the cards remain face down, and the leftover cards form the stock pile.

Players can move cards between columns to build descending sequences, regardless of suit. However, to move a group of cards together, they must be in sequence and of the same suit. Empty columns offer flexibility, as any card or valid sequence can fill them.

When no further moves are available, players can deal ten cards from the stock—one to each column—provided no column is empty. This mechanic adds a layer of strategy, especially in the more challenging two-suit and four-suit variants.

Named for the eight sequences that mirror a spider’s eight legs, Spider Solitaire gained fame through its inclusion in Microsoft’s Windows 98. Its blend of simplicity and strategic depth has made it a timeless favorite, now accessible online for free.

How to Play Spider Solitaire

1. The game uses two decks of cards (104 total). 2. Start with ten tableau columns: four with six cards and six with five, top card face up. 3. Build eight sequences from King to Ace in the same suit. 4. Move cards between columns in descending order, any suit. 5. Move groups of cards if they’re in sequence and same-suited. 6. Fill empty columns with any card or sequence. 7. Deal ten cards from the stock (one per column) when stuck, if all columns have cards. 8. Win by removing all cards from the tableau.

Game Controls

Use the mouse to drag and drop cards between columns. Click the stock to deal new cards.

Tips and Tricks

Prioritize uncovering face-down cards to expand your options. Build sequences in the same suit for easier group moves. Use empty columns as temporary storage to reorganize cards. Plan ahead to avoid blocking key moves.