Game guide · XINNINGBAO
Read before your next round of FreeCell
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
An idea for your next attempt
Take a moment to read the table. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
The goal to keep in mind
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Begin with the objective.
The steps to play
- Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Take a moment to read the table.
See how the rules apply
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
A common point of confusion
Begin with the objective. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Common questions
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which format is available?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Can you give an example?
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which version is played here?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
