Double Solitaire
Two players race simultaneously, each playing their own Klondike Solitaire layout but sharing foundations. A competitive twist on the classic patience game.
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About This Game
Two players race simultaneously, each playing their own Klondike Solitaire layout but sharing foundations. A competitive twist on the classic patience game.
How to Play
- Each player uses one complete deck
- Set up standard Klondike layout (7 tableau piles)
- Players share 8 foundation piles (Ace to King by suit)
- Play simultaneously - no turns!
- Move cards between your tableau following solitaire rules
- Build foundations by suit, ascending from Ace
- Either player can play to any foundation
- Draw 1 or 3 from stock (agree before starting)
- First to empty their tableau and stock wins
- If both stuck, player with fewer cards remaining wins
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History & Background
Double Solitaire emerged in the late 19th century as players sought to make the solitary game competitive. The concept is simple: two players play Solitaire simultaneously, competing for shared foundation piles.
The game became popular in Victorian parlors, where cards were a primary form of entertainment. Unlike conversation-heavy card games, Double Solitaire could be played in companionable silence.
Double Solitaire experienced renewed interest with the rise of computer Solitaire. As millions became familiar with Klondike on Windows computers, competitive versions naturally followed.
The game tests different skills than most card games - speed, pattern recognition, and the ability to track multiple card sequences simultaneously. Tournament Double Solitaire can be intensely competitive, with players developing rapid-fire card-playing techniques.