
Spider
Bring order to the deck
Put two decks in order by building same-suit sequences from King down to Ace. Complete a run to remove it from the table, uncover more cards and work toward clearing the whole layout. Choose one, two or four suits to set the difficulty, and deal a fresh row from the stock when you need new options. Every move can open space for your next sequence.
How to Play Spider Solitaire
The aim of Spider Solitaire is to clear the board by building complete sequences from King down to Ace. Unlike classic Solitaire, Spider is usually played with two decks and focuses on organising cards across ten tableau columns.
Cards can be placed in descending order, but multiple cards can only be moved together when they form a descending sequence in the same suit. Complete a full same-suit sequence from King to Ace, and it will be removed from the board.
If you're new to the game, see our complete guide to setting up and playing Spider Solitaire for a more detailed explanation of the classic rules.
Spider Solitaire 1 Suit, 2 Suits and 4 Suits
Spider FRVR can be played at different difficulty levels:
- 1 Suit: The easiest version and ideal for learning the game.
- 2 Suits: Adds more planning, as mixed-suit sequences cannot be moved together.
- 4 Suits: The most challenging version, requiring careful management of all four suits.
Spider Solitaire Strategy
Good Spider Solitaire strategy is all about keeping your options open. Try to uncover face-down cards, create empty columns, and build same-suit sequences whenever possible. It is also worth making as many useful moves as you can before dealing another row from the stock.
For more ways to improve your game, read our Spider Solitaire strategies, tips and tricks.
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