Game guide · ZGHEHE
Know the goal in Forty Thieves Solitaire
Begin with the objective. Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Begin with the objective. Move one card at a time; build down in the same suit. Empty columns accept one card. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering.
Practice with a purpose
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What the game asks you to do
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Begin with the objective.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
How your actions work
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Take a moment to read the table.
Learn from a sample situation
A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Notice this detail
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the aim?
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Can you give an example?
A club 5 can move onto a club 6, but a whole run cannot move together. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which version is played here?
Two decks, ten columns, single-pass stock, no recycle. Free solo play, no wagering. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build eight suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
