Spider Solitaire

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Spider Solitaire is one of the most popular solitaire games in the world. Instead of building foundations one card at a time, you build complete runs from King down to Ace in the same suit. When a run is complete, it is removed from the table. Clear every card to win. This version is called Best Classic Spider Solitaire, and it is free to play on computers and tablets.

Genre: Card, Solitaire, Classic  |  Price: Free

Spider is a step up from regular solitaire. It takes more planning, but finishing a hard game is very satisfying.

How to Play

• Cards are dealt into ten columns.
• You can place a card on any card one rank higher, whatever the suit.
• You can only move a group of cards together if they are the same suit and in order.
• A full run from King to Ace in one suit is removed from the table.

Controls

Action	PC / Chromebook	iPad / tablet
Move cards	Click and drag	Tap and drag
Deal new cards	Click the stock	Tap the stock

Dealing New Cards

When you run out of moves, deal a new row from the stock. One card lands on every column, which can cover cards you wanted to move. That is why it pays to make every useful move before dealing.

Strategy Tips

• Build in the same suit whenever you can.
• Empty a column; it is the most powerful space in the game.
• Uncover face-down cards as early as possible.
• Make all useful moves before dealing new cards.

How It Differs From Klondike

In Klondike solitaire you build up four foundations from Ace. In this game you sort everything on the table and whole runs disappear when complete. There are more cards and more columns, so it feels more like a big puzzle. If you enjoy classic solitaire and want a deeper challenge, this is the next step.

Why Players Love It

Every game is a fresh puzzle, and you can take as long as you like over each move. Watching a long run of cards slide away is very satisfying, and winning a tough deal feels like a real achievement. It is relaxing and challenging at the same time.

Patience is the secret: slow, careful play wins far more games than fast moves.

A Short History

Spider is a classic patience game that has been around for many years, and it became especially popular when it was included with home computers. Its name is often said to come from the eight foundations you complete, like the eight legs of a spider. Today it is one of the most played card games online, and a favourite for anyone who wants more of a challenge than regular solitaire.

Is Spider Solitaire Good for Kids?

Yes, especially for older kids who enjoy puzzles. It is calm, has no violence and no chat, and trains planning. More advice for families is on our Information for Parents page. For independent age ratings and reviews of games, parents can also visit Common Sense Media.

Games Like Spider Solitaire

More card games:

• Solitaire Legend – classic Klondike solitaire with a clean, easy look.
• Mahjongg Solitaire – match free pairs of tiles to clear the board.
• Ultimate Connect 4 – drop discs and connect four in a row before your opponent.

Find more games like this in our Card & Board Games and Puzzle Games categories.

Spider Solitaire FAQ

Is Spider Solitaire free?

Yes. You can play Spider Solitaire free in your browser on Kizoo Games.

How do you win Spider Solitaire?

Build complete runs from King to Ace in the same suit until the table is empty.

How many columns are there?

There are ten columns of cards.

When should I deal new cards?

Only after you have made every useful move on the table.

Is it harder than regular solitaire?

Usually yes. It needs more planning than Klondike.