Game guide · 05MC
Know the goal in FreeCell
A clear plan starts with the current position. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
Practice with a purpose
A clear plan starts with the current position. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What counts as success
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use another round to revisit a decision. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
The playing sequence
- Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group.
- 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 to interact with the game
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.
Put the rules into context
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Use another round to revisit a decision.
A useful caution
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Clarifying the way this game works
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which format is available?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which version is played here?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Use another round to revisit a decision.