Move all cards to the four foundation piles, each starting with an Ace and building up to King of the same suit.
You can move a sequence of cards if you have enough free cells and empty columns to move each card individually. The maximum number of cards you can move as a sequence is calculated by: (1 + free cells) × 2^(empty columns)
Successfully move all 52 cards to the foundation piles, sorted by suit from Ace to King.
FreeCell and Klondike Solitaire are both card games, but they have key differences. In FreeCell, all cards are dealt face-up at the start, giving you complete information to plan strategy. FreeCell has four "free cells" for temporary card storage, while Solitaire uses a stock and waste pile. FreeCell has a much higher win rate (99%+ of deals are solvable) compared to Solitaire's ~80%.
To win FreeCell, move all 52 cards to the four foundation piles, building each suit from Ace to King. Key strategies include: planning moves in advance since all cards are visible, using free cells wisely for temporary storage, creating empty columns for maximum flexibility, and working to expose Aces and low cards first. The game requires more strategic thinking than luck.
Yes, but with restrictions. You can move sequences of cards in descending order with alternating colors, but the number of cards you can move depends on available free cells and empty columns. The formula is: (1 + free cells) × 2^(empty columns). For example, with 2 free cells and 1 empty column, you can move up to 6 cards as a sequence.
Over 99% of FreeCell deals are solvable with perfect play. This is much higher than other solitaire variants. In fact, out of the first 32,000 Microsoft FreeCell deals, only deal #11982 was proven to be unsolvable. This high win rate makes FreeCell more about skill and strategy rather than luck.
The four free cells are temporary storage spaces where you can place any single card. They're essential for strategy because they allow you to move cards out of the way, access buried cards, and create sequences. Think of them as a workspace - you can temporarily store cards there while building sequences or moving cards to foundations.
Yes, any card or valid sequence can be placed in an empty tableau column in FreeCell. Empty columns are extremely valuable because they effectively double your moving capacity and provide maximum flexibility for rearranging cards. Try to create and maintain empty columns when possible, as they significantly increase your strategic options.
The best FreeCell strategies include: 1) Plan several moves ahead since all cards are visible, 2) Prioritize moving Aces and low cards to foundations early, 3) Create empty columns when possible for maximum flexibility, 4) Use free cells temporarily, not as permanent storage, 5) Build sequences in the tableau to access buried cards, and 6) Don't rush moves to foundations if cards are useful in the tableau.
FreeCell is generally considered more challenging in terms of strategy but easier in terms of solvability. While FreeCell requires more planning and strategic thinking since all cards are visible, it has a much higher win rate (99%+) compared to Klondike Solitaire (~80%). FreeCell rewards skill over luck, making it more satisfying for players who enjoy strategic gameplay.
The number of cards you can move as a sequence depends on your available free cells and empty columns. The maximum is calculated as: (1 + number of free cells) × 2^(number of empty columns). With all free cells and no empty columns, you can move 5 cards. With all free cells and one empty column, you can move 10 cards.
Absolutely! Our FreeCell game is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The game automatically adapts to your screen size and supports touch controls for easy gameplay. You can enjoy the same complete FreeCell experience on iPhone, Android, iPad, and any modern mobile browser without needing to download an app.