Double FreeCell

Q: How is Double FreeCell different from regular FreeCell?

Double FreeCell uses 2 decks (104 cards) compared to 1 deck (52 cards) in regular FreeCell, with 8 FreeCells and 8 foundation piles instead of 4.

Q: How challenging is Double FreeCell?

Double FreeCell is more strategic and challenging due to the larger number of cards, but 8 FreeCells make card movement easier to manage.

Q: Can you share some tips for mastering Double FreeCell?

Keep FreeCells empty for flexibility, use empty tableau columns for organization, and move low-value cards to the foundation piles early.

How to Play Double FreeCell

In standard FreeCell, one deck (52 cards) is used, but in Double FreeCell, two decks (104 cards) are used. Utilize the 8 FreeCell spaces to fill the 8 foundation piles. With more cards, the game offers a higher level of strategy and provides a longer, more fulfilling Solitaire experience.

Move all the cards to the 8 foundation piles.

Create ascending sequences for each suit (starting from A and ending at K).

In the tableau, you can move the top card of each column to another column, a FreeCell, or a foundation pile.
Each column can form descending sequences alternating in red and black. For example, you can place a 5 of Clubs or Spades on top of a 6 of Hearts.
You can place any card in an empty column.
A convenient feature allows players to move multiple cards at once, considering the available FreeCell spaces. This feature simplifies the process of moving cards one by one to FreeCells and then to another column, executing the entire operation in a single step.

There are 8 temporary storage spaces where any card can be placed, one per space.
Cards in FreeCells can be moved to the tableau or the foundation piles.

You can use a Joker to move the required card to the top of a pile (note that using a Joker will lower your score).

Click the "Hint" button to display movable cards (note that your score will decrease).

Click the Undo button to revert to the previous state (note that using Undo will lower your score).

Q&A about Double FreeCell

Q How is Double FreeCell different from regular FreeCell?

A The main differences are as follows:

Number of decks
Regular FreeCell uses 1 deck (52 cards), while Double FreeCell uses 2 decks (104 cards).
Number of FreeCells
Regular FreeCell has 4 FreeCells, while Double FreeCell has 8 FreeCells.
Number of foundation piles
Regular FreeCell has 4 foundation piles, while Double FreeCell has 8 foundation piles.

Q How challenging is Double FreeCell?

A Double FreeCell involves more cards and requires more strategy, so some may find it more challenging than regular FreeCell. However, with 8 FreeCells available, card movement becomes easier, and experienced players might find it easier to manage.

Q Can you share some tips for mastering Double FreeCell?

A Here are some key tips for success:

Make good use of FreeCells
Always keep a few FreeCells empty to ensure smooth card movement.
Utilize empty tableau columns
Empty columns can hold any card, making them useful for organizing your cards.
Advance the foundation piles early
Moving lower-value cards to the foundation piles early can free up space in the tableau and make your strategy more effective.

Q How long does a game of Double FreeCell take?

A The duration depends on the player's skill and the device being used, but Double FreeCell generally takes 15 to 30 minutes due to the larger number of cards compared to regular FreeCell.