Game

FreeCell: how to play

FreeCell is a solitaire where every card is face up from the start, so winning depends on planning rather than luck.

Controls

Tap a card to select it and tap the place you want to move it. Tap a selected card again and it goes to the best spot by itself.

Rules

  • There are four free cells, each holding one card.
  • The foundation piles are built by suit, from ace to king.
  • In the columns, stack cards in descending order alternating colours.
  • You win when all four foundations are complete.

Tips

  • Try to empty a column as soon as possible: it is the best working space.
  • Don't fill all four free cells without an exit plan.
  • Before moving, look at where the aces and twos are.

Frequently asked questions

Can every deal be won?

The vast majority can, but this game does not check them one by one; if you get stuck you can undo or start another.

Can I undo?

Yes, any move.

Does it work on a phone?

Yes, with taps.