FreeCell Solitaire

About

FreeCell Solitaire is a casual, single-player card game that offers a fun and classic Solitaire experience. However, it is known to have buggy gameplay and is disturbed by ads. While the game describes itself as a classic Solitaire card game, watch out for technical issues that might negatively impact your gaming experience.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,329 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

monetization311 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and provides good brain stimulation.
The interface is simple and easy to navigate, making it accessible for players.
The auto-move feature is convenient, allowing for quicker gameplay.

The game is plagued by intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay and can be very distracting.
There are frequent bugs, including missing cards and unresponsive controls, making some games unwinnable.
The recent updates have introduced more glitches and issues, leading to a frustrating experience.

monetization
318 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
1%
98%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the excessive and intrusive nature of the ads. Players report that ads frequently interrupt gameplay, often covering the screen and making the game nearly unplayable, with no option to pay for an ad-free experience. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the overwhelming volume and disruptive format have led many to consider uninstalling the app.
- “I wish I could pay to remove the ads.”
- “It would be nice to have fewer ads while playing.”
- “Not bad, but it would be great if the ads didn't flash while playing.”
- “The ads are so annoying.”
- “The stupid game keeps popping up ads every two seconds making it unplayable.”
- “I understand that this is how the game is free but when you are taken away from the game you are playing 3 to 4 times during a game for ads, then it's not worth playing.”
stability
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users frequently reporting glitches and freezes that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's tendency to freeze during critical moments, leading to incomplete games and lost progress. While some enjoy the game overall, the pervasive bugs and instability detract from the overall experience.
- “The game often freezes, selections fail in every game, automatic functions don't always work.”
- “I really enjoy the game but it freezes up so much that it is not much fun.”
- “Every time I'm about to win a game, the game glitches and resets. This is highly annoying.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
35%
26%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising them as good and visually pleasing, while others criticize them as basic, small, or outdated. Many players appreciate the simplicity and functionality of the graphics, though there are calls for more color and customization options. Overall, the graphics are deemed acceptable but could benefit from improvements to enhance the visual experience.
- “Graphics are good; the board could be slightly larger, but overall it's an excellent app.”
- “Excellent graphically and great fun.”
- “Smooth operation and pleasing graphics.”
- “Graphics are terrible.”
- “The graphics are also painful on the eyes because they are not smooth.”
- “The stats are totally buggy, and there are occasional graphics errors.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Gameplay experiences vary significantly among users, with some praising the smoothness and challenge of the mechanics, while others express frustration over intrusive video ads that disrupt the gaming experience. Overall, while the core gameplay is often described as enjoyable and well-animated, the prevalence of ads detracts from the overall enjoyment for many players.
- “Good gameplay and animation.”
- “Much better gameplay than normal cards, much more interesting and challenging.”
- “Smooth gameplay.”
- “Irritating video ads with blaring sound and glitchy gameplay.”
- “The ads are too much to begin with, but I can't even play the game because the app is busy refreshing ads instead of gameplay.”
- “Ads are interfering with gameplay.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
Users express frustration with the music aspect of the game, citing issues such as intrusive ads that disrupt their music playback and unexpected song changes during gameplay. Many players are disappointed that recent updates have negatively impacted their ability to enjoy music while playing, with ads now interfering more than before.
- “I love to play while listening to music.”
- “Can't turn music off.”
- “Ads are shutting off my music!”
- “But these ads that have voice make my music close.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's sensitivity and frequent ads, which detract from the overall experience and emotional engagement. While the daily challenge feature is appreciated, technical issues and intrusive advertisements hinder enjoyment, preventing the game from reaching its full potential.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game features occasional humorous moments, such as disappearing elements and quirky mechanics like stuck cards or unexpected resets, which contribute to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “The game has a great sense of humor, with funny moments like disappearing cards and unexpected resets.”
- “There are plenty of hilarious moments throughout the gameplay.”
- “The humor in this game keeps things light and entertaining.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is critiqued for its portrayal of characters who blur the lines between reality and fantasy, particularly through themes of delusion regarding royal lineage and power. This narrative choice raises questions about the impact of such misconceptions on individuals and society.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for its poor performance, leading to a subpar experience for players. Many users report issues such as lag and frame rate drops, indicating that the game may require further refinement to enhance its overall playability.
- “The game suffers from poor performance, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Optimization issues lead to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization results in a subpar experience.”