Algerian Solitaire drops you into a board challenge you can start in a couple of seconds. Think card — that is the shape of it. Everything runs client-side, so it starts fast even on a modest connection.
About Algerian Solitaire
Welcome to Algerian Solitaire, a different solitaire variation for the sturdiest and more resilient players. Some prophets claim that you must actually experience the isolation of the desert to be mentally focused and complete this game. Well, that’s just their opinion...
How to play Algerian Solitaire
There is no tutorial to sit through — the game explains itself. The full control mapping is in the table below and takes a moment to skim. It fills the player in landscape, so use the fullscreen button on desktop and turn your phone sideways on mobile. The second run is always better than the first — that is the whole learning curve.
Controls
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| Mouse | Pick up and place cards |
| Double click | Auto-move a card to the foundation |
On mobile: Tap and swipe on screen. Turn your phone sideways — this game is designed for landscape and fills a horizontal screen.
Why it is worth playing
Algerian Solitaire is the kind of game that fits into a gap between other things. Two minutes is a real session, and so is an hour. It earns the replay rather than demanding it.
At a glance
- Free to play with no account required
- Runs in the browser — nothing to download or install
- Landscape layout with fullscreen support
- Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile.
- Card gameplay — Card games, shuffled and dealt
- Added to our catalogue from a 2016 release
Frequently asked questions
Is Algerian Solitaire free to play?
Yes, entirely free. Algerian Solitaire costs nothing to play, asks for no card and has no paid tier hiding behind it.
Do I need to download or install anything?
No download, no installer, no plugin. Algerian Solitaire is HTML5, so the browser plays it directly.
Can I play Algerian Solitaire on my phone?
Yes. Tap and swipe on screen. Turn your phone sideways — this game is designed for landscape and fills a horizontal screen.
What are the controls for Algerian Solitaire?
Keyboard and mouse on desktop, full touch support on mobile. Mouse — pick up and place cards; Double click — auto-move a card to the foundation.
Can I play Algerian Solitaire fullscreen?
There is a fullscreen control in the top-right of the player. Press Escape when you want the page back.
What kind of game is Algerian Solitaire?
Algerian Solitaire is a board game built around card. If that is the sort of thing you enjoy, the related games further down the page are picked using the same tags.
