How Russian solitaire works
The layout is the same as Yukon: seven columns, no stock and any face-up card movable with everything on it. The one change is the building rule.
- Build down in the same suit. The 6 of hearts goes on the 7 of hearts, and nothing else.
- Move any face-up card. The cards on top of it come with it, in any order.
- Empty columns. Only a King, or a run beginning with one.
- Foundations. Ace up to King, one pile per suit.
Tips
- Make same-suit chains. A chain in one suit can go straight to the foundation when its Ace is free.
- Free the Aces and 2s. With so few matches, getting low cards out is the only way to open the table up.
- Look for the move that shifts the most hidden cards. Revealing cards matters more here than in Yukon because every new card is a new chance to match.
- Be patient. Expect to lose more often than in Yukon. Start a new deal when you are stuck.
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Frequently asked questions
How is Russian solitaire different from Yukon?
Everything is the same except how you build the columns. In Russian solitaire a card goes on a card one rank higher of the same suit, not of the opposite colour.
Is Russian solitaire harder than Yukon?
Yes. Fewer cards fit each other, so there are fewer moves available at any time, and fewer deals can be won.
Can I move a stack that is not in order?
Yes. As in Yukon you can move any face-up card together with everything on it, wherever its bottom card legally fits.
Is there a score?
No. The leaderboard ranks by finishing time, then by number of moves.