Cut the deck with our top solitaire picks

Played for centuries all over the world, solitaire enjoys a long legacy of variations and iterations. With different themes, rules, locales and personalities of their own, these five solitaire picks breathe new life into a classic.

Satisfying sounds, pleasant environments, and gorgeous art envelope this superb solitaire experience. Don’t just play your cards — give them a satisfying flick onto the table. Enjoy delightful card art designed by independent artists from around the world in this satisfying spin on solitaire.

If you’re a Klondike pro, test your skills in over 90 challenges in this brain-training reimagining. There’s always a daily challenge to check into, in addition to themed card decks to unlock. For the perfectionists out there, there’s even personal stats to track in your quest to best yourself.

Between the story mode, board game, and hidden objects dotted throughout its world, it’s hard to imagine what more Solitaire Cat Islands could offer. Enjoy a cuddly kitty aesthetic as you journey through a mysterious new land to find your last friend — and play some solitaire, of course.

A new home filled with puzzles, mystery, romance, and…solitaire?
Help Ava save her great uncle’s manor and begin the makeover of your dreams. Customize rooms with unique designs and furniture, all while you relax and unlock bonuses through captivating solitaire games.

If you like the sound of rescue missions, nervous and oddly witty crabs, and a solid tri-peaks solitaire experience, look no further. Help the displaced and friendly crab Alfred rebuild his hometown of Rocky Bottom after a deep sea storm ravages it. With over 7000 levels and a variety of activities, it’s a gift that never stops giving.