Interplay Solitaire

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Interplay's classic Solitaire is back with 26 different games of Solitaire to choose from!

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

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

graphics6 negative mentions

Offers a variety of solitaire games, including hard-to-find variations like Klondike, Pyramid, and FreeCell.
No ads or tracking, providing a more authentic gaming experience compared to free alternatives.
Nostalgic 90's look and feel, appealing to fans of classic solitaire games.

Game is plagued by numerous bugs, including incorrect game rules and freezing issues.
Frame rate is capped at 30 fps, making the gameplay feel sluggish and unresponsive.
Tour mode is non-functional, preventing players from completing achievements and enjoying the intended experience.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
31%
46%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their outdated and simplistic design, resembling titles from the late 90s or early 2000s despite being developed in 2017 using the Unity engine. Reviewers noted issues such as graphics errors, poor art design, and a lack of music, leading to an overall perception of cheap or low-quality visuals. While some players found the simple visuals acceptable for gameplay, the general consensus leans towards disappointment in the graphical presentation.
- “Simple visuals, perfect for those who like to play cards.”
- “The graphics have a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of late 90s or early 2000s games, despite being made in 2017 using the Unity engine.”
- “Nothing fancy graphics or sound-wise, which is fine.”
- “Its graphics look like the game was made in the late 90s or early 2000s, but actually it was made in 2017 on the Unity engine.”
- “It was made in 2017, but it has simplistic graphics, lazy art design, a poor interface, and it's completely deprived of any music (all you will hear are rare sounds).”
- “Cheap/crap graphics.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is priced at $20, which users appreciate for eliminating ads and tracking commonly found in free versions. However, some players feel that the game's quality does not justify the cost, especially when compared to other solitaire games that offer better features for free or with minimal ads. Overall, the lack of ads is a significant positive aspect for many users.
- “What sold it for me was the 90's look and feel and that it has no ads or tracking that comes with the free ones that are around.”
- “The $20 price tag at least means that the game works and has no ads unlike Windows 10 Solitaire.”
- “+ no ads!”
- “This is the worst solitaire game I've played in a long time, and that's including mobile versions with ads.”
- “I hate ads in-game!”
- “It'll look better, play better, and it won't cost you anything unless you want to pay to get rid of the ads.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as problems with dragging cards. Overall, the experience is described as clunky and frustrating.
- “This program is a buggy mess.”
- “It's buggy, clunky, and a pain to play.”
- “There are some glitches with the cards that you can't drag over sometimes... not a big issue, but can be uncomfortable.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
17%
67%
The gameplay is primarily centered around solitaire, featuring over 25 variations and multiple modes that provide added challenges, including popular versions like Klondike, Golf, Freecell, and Pyramid. However, users have reported significant bugs that detract from the overall experience, suggesting that while the variety is commendable, the execution is lacking.
- “It's solitaire plain and simple, but it offers over 25 variations and a few different gameplay modes for added challenge, including some hard-to-find or unique variations as well as the most popular versions (Klondike, also known as Windows, Golf, Freecell, Pyramid).”
- “Buggy gameplay.”
- “Even if the graphics were poor and the sound was lacking, I would be okay with it if the gameplay itself was worth it.”
- “It's solitaire, plain and simple, but it offers over 25 variations and a few different gameplay modes for added challenge, including some hard-to-find or unique variations as well as the most popular versions (Klondike, aka Windows, Golf, Freecell, Pyramid).”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is notably lacking in music, with players expressing disappointment over its absence and the reliance on minimal sound effects. The overall presentation, including simplistic graphics and a primitive interface, further detracts from the experience, leading to a desire for background music and customizable features.
- “Surprisingly, it has no music, and its primitive interface reminds me of old free games written in HTML.”
- “It was made in 2017, but it has simplistic graphics, lazy art design, poor interface, and it's completely deprived of any music (all you will hear is rare sounds).”
- “I just wish there was some background music and a feature where I could use my own background images.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its cleverness and wit, with players finding it consistently engaging and entertaining. The repetitive phrasing suggests that the humor is a standout feature that resonates well with the audience.