SOLITAIRE GAMES

Solitaire is the timeless one-player card game that turns any spare minute into a calm mental break. With only a standard deck and a clear goal, you shuffle, stack and sort your way to a tidy set of foundations. The simple rules make it easy to learn while the layered strategy keeps it fresh every time you deal.

The game leapt from kitchen tables to computer screens in 1990 when Microsoft bundled Klondike with Windows 3.0. That small software extra taught millions how to use a mouse and, in the process, helped Solitaire become one of the most played digital games ever created.

People return to Solitaire because it feels relaxed yet rewarding. Each move reveals new options, giving a gentle sense of progress without any social pressure. Whether you are filling a short break or winding down at night, the mix of luck and light strategy offers just enough challenge to keep your mind engaged and your stress low.

Today you can enjoy dozens of variants. Try classic Klondike for a familiar rhythm, FreeCell for near-guaranteed solvable deals, or Spider when you want a deeper puzzle. With quick play sessions and no setup, Solitaire fits neatly into modern life while preserving its old-world charm.