Is every solitaire game solvable?
No. Roughly 80% of Klondike deals are theoretically solvable with perfect play, which means about 1 in 5 games cannot be won no matter how you play. StillDeck never discards unsolvable deals — that is part of the real Klondike experience. If a game looks stuck, use a hint or start a new deal.
Can you lose a game of solitaire?
Yes. A game is lost when no more legal moves are possible and the foundations are not complete — for example, when every card in the stock has been cycled without any playable options. StillDeck detects this state automatically and lets you restart or start a new deal.
What is the difference between Draw 1 and Draw 3?
In Draw 1, you flip one card at a time from the stock, making every card accessible in order. In Draw 3, three cards flip at once but only the top card is playable. Draw 3 is harder and requires more strategic planning.
Is StillDeck the same Solitaire I played on Windows?
Yes — same rules, same deal logic, same two draw modes (Turn 1 / Turn 3), same Ace-to-King foundation build. StillDeck is a modern, browser-native rebuild of the Klondike Microsoft bundled with Windows since 1990, with themes, up to 100 undos, offline play, and no ads. If you enjoyed the old one, you already know how to play this one.
What's the difference between Klondike, FreeCell, and Spider solitaire?
When people say "solitaire," they almost always mean Klondike — the variant Windows bundled since 1990 and the most widely played single-player card game in the world. FreeCell deals every card face-up and has almost-always-winnable deals. Spider uses two decks and builds down by rank regardless of suit. Pyramid is a matching game. StillDeck plays classic single-deck Klondike (Draw 1 and Draw 3).
How long does a game of Solitaire take?
A typical game takes 3–10 minutes. A fast win can land in under two minutes; a deep, thoughtful Turn-3 game can run 15+. StillDeck tracks your best time per draw mode so you can chase a personal record.
Is using Undo cheating?
Not really — especially when you're learning. Traditional scored Solitaire penalises taking a card back from a foundation, but using Undo to rewind a mistake is how most modern players improve. StillDeck gives you up to 100 undos because we'd rather you learn than give up.
Which Solitaire variant is easiest for beginners?
Klondike Draw 1 is the standard starting point — every stock card is reachable in order, so you never get "stuck" on a card you can't access. Once the rules feel automatic, try Klondike Draw 3 for a real step up, or try FreeCell, where almost every deal is solvable.
Can you play Solitaire with two decks?
Not Klondike — it uses exactly one 52-card deck. Two-deck Solitaire variants do exist: Spider uses two decks (104 cards), and so do Forty Thieves and Napoleon at St. Helena. StillDeck focuses on classic single-deck Klondike.
Why can only Kings go in empty columns?
This is a standard Klondike rule. Kings are the highest rank, so allowing them to start new columns maintains the descending order required on the tableau. It also adds strategic depth — you must decide when to create and fill empty spaces.
What is the fastest possible solitaire game?
The theoretical minimum is around 45 seconds with an ideal deal and rapid play. In practice, a fast winning game typically takes 2-4 minutes. StillDeck tracks your best time so you can challenge yourself.
Does StillDeck work offline?
Yes. StillDeck is a progressive web app that runs entirely in your browser. Once loaded, it works without an internet connection. Your game, settings, and statistics are all stored locally.
Is my data private?
StillDeck stores everything locally on your device by default. If you optionally create an account for cross-device sync, your game results and settings are stored securely in our database. We never sell data or show ads.
Can I undo moves?
Yes. StillDeck supports up to 100 undo steps per game. Press U on your keyboard or tap the Undo button to reverse your last move.
How is the score calculated?
You earn 10 points for moving a card to a foundation, 5 points for moving a waste card to the tableau, and 5 points for flipping a face-down card. In Draw 3, recycling the stock costs 20 points.
Where did solitaire originate?
Solitaire card games emerged in northern Europe in the mid-1700s. Klondike solitaire specifically became popular during the Klondike Gold Rush in the 1890s and was introduced to millions through Microsoft Windows in 1990.