Cannot drop, your card needs to be of an opposite suit colour
Cannot drop, your card needs to be one rank lower
Cannot move multiple cards to foundation
Card suit doesn't match foundation pile suit
Card can only be dropped on top of a card pile
Cannot deal cards when there are empty tableau piles
You can only move {0} card(s) at a time based on the current free cells and tableau
The cards don't add up to 13 and cannot be moved
The card is inaccessible and move cannot be performed
Cards must be in sequential order (one higher or lower)
Alaska Solitaire
Play Alaska Solitaire Online – A Strategic Twist on the Classic Game
Alaska Solitaire is a smart and captivating variation of the traditional Classic Solitaire (also known as Klondike), designed for players who love a more strategic challenge. With its unique gameplay mechanics, Alaska offers an engaging experience that sets it apart from other solitaire games. Whether you're a solitaire enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this version will test your planning skills and reward thoughtful play.
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🃏 How to Play Alaska Solitaire
The objective of Alaska Solitaire is to move all the cards from the tableau and stock pile to the foundation piles, building each foundation in ascending order by suit – from Ace to King.
🧩 Game Setup:
- The game starts with seven tableau columns. Cards are dealt in a familiar descending format but with a twist in how you move them.
- There are four foundation piles, one for each suit.
- Cards not initially dealt to the tableau go into the stock pile, which you draw from during the game.
🔄 Gameplay Rules:
- In the tableau, cards can be placed on top of each other by alternating color, just like in Klondike.
- You can build tableau sequences in any order, not necessarily in descending rank.
- You can move any face-up card (along with any cards stacked on top of it), as long as the card you’re moving to matches the suit and is one rank lower.
- For example, you can move a 7♠ onto an 8♠ regardless of the cards below the 7♠.
- Empty tableau columns can only be filled with a King or a properly ordered sequence beginning with a King.
- The stock pile allows you to draw additional cards when no moves are available in the tableau.
This flexibility in movement allows for more complex strategies than in many solitaire variations and adds depth to the gameplay.
⚖️ Alaska Solitaire vs. Classic Solitaire – Key Differences
While Alaska Solitaire and Classic Solitaire share the same core objective—organizing all cards into foundation piles in ascending order—they differ in several important ways:
Feature | Alaska Solitaire | Classic Solitaire (Klondike) |
---|---|---|
Tableau building | Alternate colors, any rank order | Alternate colors, strict descending order |
Card movement | Can move sequences regardless of internal order, if top card fits | Can only move ordered descending sequences |
Strategy | Requires more planning and foresight | Simpler, more straightforward gameplay |
Difficulty | More challenging for experienced players | Easier for casual players |
These changes make Alaska Solitaire an excellent choice for players who want to take their solitaire skills to the next level.
🕹️ Why Play Alaska Solitaire at SolitaireX.io?
- ✅ Free to play – no downloads or sign-ups required
- ✅ Clean, responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile
- ✅ Smooth animations and intuitive controls
- ✅ Undo moves and hint options to help improve your strategy
- ✅ Track your time, moves, and win streaks
Whether you're looking to relax or test your tactical mind, Alaska Solitaire offers the perfect blend of accessibility and complexity.
👉 Ready for the challenge?
Play Alaska Solitaire now at solitairex.io/alaska-solitaire
Case Studies
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Game Tier | Stand-out Titles | Win Rate |
---|---|---|
Quick Wins | Spider (1 Suit), Hole-in-One, TriPeaks | 70–84% |
Fair Challenges | Solitaire (Draw 1) – 913 k plays FreeCell, Golf |
45–63% |
Expert-Level | Spider (4 Suits), Forty Thieves, Double Scorpion | ≤11% |
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