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How to play Forty Thieves Solitaire
Make Forty Thieves Solitaire your next activity in the game library. Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
One thing to notice as you play
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Work through the instructions
- Move one card at a time; build down in the same suit. Empty columns accept one card.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Choosing and moving on screen
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
An example before you play
A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
Where a round can go wrong
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Build eight suit foundations from ace to king.
When I return, how do I control Forty Thieves Solitaire?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Forty Thieves Solitaire?
For clarity: A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Forty Thieves Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
While learning, what format does Forty Thieves Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
For my first round, which play mode does Forty Thieves Solitaire use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.