Beetle solitaire

Overview

Beetle solitaire is an engaging card game that uses two full decks of cards, meaning each rank appears twice for every suit. The primary goal is to move all cards to the foundation piles located at the top of the screen by organizing them in the correct sequence.

Gameplay mechanics

Card arrangement

Cards must be stacked in descending order and should be of the same suit whenever possible.

• For example, a 4 can be placed on a 5, and a 3 can be placed on a 4 if they are in the same suit.
• While cards can be arranged regardless of suit, forming same-suit sequences is essential for successfully completing the game.

Moving sequences to the foundation

When a complete sequence from king to ace of the same suit is formed, it will automatically be moved to the foundation piles.

The objective is to complete all eight suit-based sequences to win.

Drawing new cards

If no valid moves are available, players can click on the stockpile to distribute one additional card to each tableau column.

This adds an element of unpredictability and requires players to think strategically about when to draw new cards.

Board layout

The game starts with ten tableau columns:

• The first four columns contain six face-up cards each.
• The remaining six columns contain five face-up cards each.

The stockpile is positioned in the top left corner, and each draw from the stockpile deals one card per tableau pile.

Strategies for success

Prioritize empty columns

Clearing a tableau column as early as possible provides a flexible space to move and rearrange cards.

An empty column can hold any card or sequence, allowing more room for strategic maneuvers.

Use the stockpile wisely

Avoid drawing from the stockpile too soon, as this can make it harder to form proper sequences.

Only use it when there are no available moves, ensuring that new cards do not block important sequences.

Focus on building suit-based sequences

Although you can stack cards of different suits in descending order, forming same-suit sequences is the only way to complete the game.

If possible, prioritize moving cards within the same suit rather than mixing suits.

Key features

• Uses two full decks, increasing the complexity and depth of gameplay.
• Face-up tableau: All cards are visible from the start, allowing for better strategic planning.
• Auto-move mechanics: Completed sequences automatically move to the foundation, reducing manual effort.
• Real-time decision-making: Players must choose between making short-term moves or planning for long-term success.
• High replayability: Every game is unique due to different card arrangements and strategic possibilities.

Beetle solitaire combines the classic solitaire experience with a unique challenge that demands patience, skill, and a strong strategic mindset.

Can you successfully organize both decks and conquer the game? Try now and put your solitaire skills to the test!