Algerian Patience

⭐ 4.4

About game

True strategy enthusiasts find their match in Algerian Patience, a sophisticated two-deck card challenge that demands sharp focus. This complex solitaire variant pushes you to organize cards across eight distinct foundations to clear the board entirely. You must manage four foundations built up from Ace to King and four built down from King to Ace to succeed. The tableau allows for flexible building by suit, including wrapping sequences that keep the gameplay fluid and challenging. Smart movement is essential since you can only shift the top card from any given pile. The reserve pile adds another layer of depth, providing extra cards that you must strategically deploy to break through gridlocks. Dealing new rows from the stock keeps the pace fast, forcing you to constantly adapt your plan as the layout shifts. Master this unique take on classic solitaire and test your cognitive skills with every move you make. Algerian Patience is available to play for free in your browser with no download required.

How to play

Move all the cards to the Foundations.

The left foundations are built up by suit from Ace to King.
The right foundations are built down by suit from King to Ace.
The tableau piles can be built up or down by suit and can wrap from King to Ace. An empty pile can be filled with any card. Only the topmost card can be moved.
Cards from the reserve can play onto the tableau or foundations, but not onto other reserve piles.
Click on the deck to deal a new rows of cards.
Double-click on a card to move it into its place.
Double-click or right-click on the game field to move all available cards into its place.

Features

Dual Direction Foundations: Balance your strategy by managing four ascending and four descending foundation piles simultaneously.
Flexible Tableau Movement: Build sequences up or down by suit with the added advantage of King to Ace wrapping.
Smart Reserve Management: Utilize the reserve cards effectively to unlock potential moves within the crowded tableau.
Dynamic Stock Dealing: Draw new rows of cards to refresh your options when you hit a difficult impasse.
Quick Auto-Move: Use the intuitive double-click or right-click feature to instantly snap available cards into their correct foundation slots.

Who is this game for

Card game veterans and logic puzzle fans will appreciate the deep complexity of this two-deck challenge. Players seeking a brain training experience that requires more than just luck will find this format rewarding. It is a top choice for those who enjoy methodical planning and intricate card management.