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Spider
Spider Solitaire
Play Spider Solitaire on mobile. Build same-suit sequences, choose 1, 2 or 4 suits, and enjoy a classic offline card game.
- Free
- Offline
- No account
Verifiable information
Spider Solitaire at a glance
- Genre
- Spider
- Publisher
- SBKR Apps
- Price
- Free
- Platforms
- Android, iPhone and iPad
- Offline
- Yes
- Account required
- No
- App languages
- 33 languages
- Version
- 10.23.0
- Last update
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A real look
Spider Solitaire in pictures
Screenshots of Spider Solitaire
One-suit Spider after 87 moves and 3:46: three completed sequences in the left column out of eight slots, and two stock deals still waiting at the right edge. One-suit Spider after 50 moves and 2:22: one completed sequence in the left column, with four stock deals still available. Spider with the board magnified: two points joined by a double arrow show the two-finger pinch, and the status bar disappears while zoomed. Two neighbouring columns hold a descending spade run from the 10 down to the 6. One-suit Spider after 142 moves and 1:18: one completed sequence and five untouched stock deals, the cards using a brown back design. Two-suit Spider, spades and hearts, after 68 moves and 1:44: no sequence completed yet, and five stock deals waiting at the right edge.
Essential rules
How to play Spider Solitaire
One of the most popular solitaire variants, Spider Solitaire offers a perfect blend of strategy, skill, and patience. This classic card game has captivated players worldwide with its engaging gameplay and rewarding challenge.
Build descending sequences from King to Ace within the 10 tableau columns
Move cards onto cards of immediately higher rank regardless of suit
Move sequences of same-suit cards together for strategic advantage
Complete a full King-to-Ace sequence of the same suit to remove it from play
Deal new cards from the stock when no moves are available
Win by removing all 8 complete suit sequences from the game
Understanding the game
Spider Solitaire rules
1, 2 or 4 Suits: Which to Choose?
The three difficulty modes play very differently, even though the rules are identical. In the 1-suit game, every card belongs to the same suit, so any descending sequence can be moved as a group: it is the ideal mode for learning the mechanics of building, emptying columns, and managing stock deals. The 2-suit game introduces the core Spider dilemma - a card placed on the wrong suit blocks the run from moving as one unit - and rewards genuine planning, making it the natural next step for intermediate players. The 4-suit game is the expert version: with all four suits in play, in-suit builds are rare and precious, and winning requires careful sequencing, disciplined use of empty columns, and a willingness to restart moves in your head before committing. A good progression is to win consistently at one level before moving up to the next: the habits you build in the easier modes, such as keeping runs in suit and protecting an empty column, are exactly the skills the 4-suit game demands.
Did You Know?
- The game owes its name to the eight foundations you must complete to win - one full King-to-Ace sequence per suit removal - matching the eight legs of a spider
- Spider Solitaire is played with two standard 52-card decks, 104 cards in total: 54 cards are dealt into the ten tableau columns at the start, and the remaining 50 form the stock for five deals of ten cards each
- The game reached a massive audience after being bundled with Microsoft Windows, starting with Windows ME in 2000, and it has remained a fixture of desktop card gaming ever since
Tactics
Strategies to win at Spider Solitaire
Build same-suit sequences whenever possible: only runs of a single suit can be moved together as a group, so an in-suit build now saves you many moves later
Try to empty a column early: an empty column is the most valuable resource in Spider Solitaire, giving you a place to park cards while you untangle blocked sequences
Play every useful move before dealing from the stock: each deal drops a new card on all ten columns and can bury the sequences you worked hard to arrange
Use empty columns as a maneuvering area: break long mixed-suit runs into sections, move them through the free column, and reassemble them in suit order
Prioritize moves that reveal face-down cards: every hidden card you turn over gives you more information and more options than a purely cosmetic move
In the 4-suit game, favor pure same-suit runs even when a mixed move looks tempting: off-suit builds quickly turn into obstacles that are hard to dismantle
In the app
Spider Solitaire app features
3 Difficulty Levels: Easy (1 suit), Medium (2 suits), Hard (4 suits)
10 Tableau Columns: Strategic card placement across the game board
Choosing a variant
Spider Solitaire and its variants: what changes?
These games are related by their rules, not by a random list.
Spider Solitaire
This page- Material
- Cards
- Columns
- 10
- Stock pile
- Yes
- Foundations
- No
Scorpion Solitaire
- Material
- Cards
- Columns
- 7
- Reserve cards
- 3
- Foundations
- Yes
Simple Simon Solitaire
- Material
- Cards
- Columns
- 10
- Stock pile
- No
- Foundations
- No
Spiderette Solitaire
- Material
- Cards
- Columns
- 7
- Stock pile
- Yes
- Foundations
- No
Direct answers
Frequently asked questions about Spider Solitaire
What is the difference between Spider Solitaire and Spiderette?
Spider Solitaire is played with two 52-card decks (104 cards) dealt across ten tableau columns. Spiderette is a smaller variant played with a single 52-card deck on seven columns, arranged like a Klondike layout. The goal is the same in both games: build complete King-to-Ace sequences in a single suit.
Can every game of Spider Solitaire be won?
No. Some deals are unwinnable no matter how well you play, especially in the 4-suit game. Losing a deal is a normal part of Spider Solitaire; skilled play raises your win rate but can never guarantee a victory on every deal.
Can I play Spider Solitaire offline?
Yes. This version of Spider Solitaire works offline, so you can keep playing without an internet connection. It is a great way to pass the time while traveling or anywhere coverage is poor.
What should I do when I am stuck in Spider Solitaire?
First look for moves that reveal face-down cards or free up a column, even if they break an existing run. If no useful move remains, deal a new row of cards from the stock and reassess the board. When the stock is empty and no moves are left, the deal is lost - start a new game and apply what you learned.
How many cards are used in Spider Solitaire?
Spider Solitaire uses 104 cards, the equivalent of two standard 52-card decks. At the start, 54 cards are dealt into ten tableau columns and the remaining 50 stay in the stock, dealt ten at a time when you need new cards.
Is Spider Solitaire free?
Yes. Spider Solitaire is free to download and to play. It is supported by ads, shown in a banner outside the play area.
Do I need an account?
No. There is no account at all — nothing to create and nothing to sign in to. Your progress stays on your device.
Which devices does it run on?
Spider Solitaire is available on iPhone, iPad, Android, and adapts to both phones and tablets.
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