Solitaire

About

Solitaire is a casual card game with classic solitaire gameplay. The game boasts splendid mechanics, phenomenal graphics, and plenty of humor, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. As described by the game, it offers a fun way to train your brain with a timeless card game.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,058 reviews

graphics136 positive mentions

monetization1.7k negative mentions

monetization
1,758 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive and intrusive nature of ads. Many players report that ads frequently cover game controls, disrupt gameplay, and are often unskippable, leading to a diminished gaming experience. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, they call for a paid option to remove them entirely, as the current ad frequency and placement are seen as aggressive and detrimental to enjoyment.
- “The game is straightforward and there are no ads (unless you want to boost your winnings).”
- “Very addictive and I love that there are no ads to interrupt the game.”
- “Great game, nice colors, and no advertising.”
- “I've played this specific app for a long time and the increase in ads is really annoying.”
- “Putting ads over top of options menus in hopes you accidentally click on them is aggressive and nearly unethical.”
- “I understand the need for ads but they've taken it to the point where the experience is ruined.”
graphics
183 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
24%
2%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception. Many users praise the visuals for being beautiful, colorful, and engaging, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, while some express concerns about the graphics being overly large or distracting. Despite a few criticisms regarding complexity or preference for simpler designs, the majority appreciate the smooth performance and variety of graphic options available.
- “A terrific solitaire—beautiful graphics, smooth play, fun animation… and I'm not sure, but I think it may even be letting me win a bit more than the others I've tried.”
- “The graphics are superb.”
- “Great graphics and easy fast play.”
- “I was so addicted to this game and enjoyed playing it daily, but since the new update, I find the graphics are far too large and it distracts from the actual game, and there's no way to change it in the settings.”
- “The graphics are kind of uncomfortable and it stresses me out.”
- “Loved the game until the recent update where you changed the art style.”
stability
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
14%
67%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes and interruptions due to ads, particularly after recent updates. While some players praise the game for smooth gameplay and the absence of glitches, others express frustration over persistent bugs and crashes that disrupt their experience. Overall, stability issues seem to be a significant concern for a portion of the player base.
- “Smooth gameplay with no glitches.”
- “It doesn't lag, no glitches, no nothing!”
- “No glitches and not too many ads.”
- “Too many ads interrupt the game consistently, and when you complete a game, it glitches your coins and does not reward you.”
- “Constantly freezes in the middle of a new game and then just brings you back to midway through your last hand.”
- “The latest update is extremely buggy and keeps freezing.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
56%
7%
The gameplay is generally described as smooth and enjoyable, with customizable options and decent graphics. However, many users express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt the experience, often appearing during gameplay and hindering controls. While some players appreciate the addictive nature of the game, the overwhelming presence of advertisements significantly detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Fast, simple gameplay.”
- “A long-term personal favorite and still a classic for many, solitaire's gameplay is highly addictive with sharp, visually stimulating graphics.”
- “Fun, smooth gameplay with a simple design.”
- “The solid gameplay doesn't overcome the horrible, deceptive ad practices taken by the developer.”
- “During gameplay, ads seem to appear at random intervals over the gameplay controls, increasing the likelihood that the player will accidentally click on an ad.”
- “Recent update caused gameplay to pause while waiting for ads to load.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
63%
17%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over intrusive ad music that overrides their personal playlists and disrupts gameplay. While some users appreciate the potential for relaxing background music, they lament the lack of in-game sound options and the inability to mute loud ads. Overall, players desire a more customizable audio experience to enhance their gaming enjoyment.
- “Really good, I love to play with music; it's so relaxing.”
- “If the game had background music, I'd be 5-star happy!”
- “Music could be a bit more triumphant on winning!”
- “Really great and simple solitaire game, but plagued with ads that cover the whole screen when you try to click buttons, and I have a really annoying glitch where the Angry Birds 2 music plays when I open the app, even if the ad is something completely different, and the music will keep playing until I go into the app settings and force quit.”
- “Understand the need for ads, but permitting ads that have loud music without the ability to mute is not good.”
- “Annoying ad plays loud music non-stop in the background and there is no way to turn it off.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it extremely funny and enjoyable, often highlighting its ability to provide a lighthearted experience. Many users appreciate the creative and amusing elements, which contribute to a relaxing and entertaining gameplay experience. Additionally, the lack of invasive ads enhances the overall enjoyment, as even the ads themselves are noted for their unintended humor.
- “Extremely funny and no invasive annoying ads.”
- “Amazing and funny game to play and to learn what you are doing.”
- “So funny and creative.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
18%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally positive, with many users reporting smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay. However, some players have noted that loading during play and intrusive ads can significantly hinder performance. Customization options are appreciated, but the presence of long ads has led to frustration for some users.
- “The game runs smoothly and is nicely customizable.”
- “It runs smoothly for the most part and being able to tap a card and have it go to the appropriate spot is of benefit.”
- “😁😁👍👍 I'm addicted to this app of solitaire, all runs smoothly.”
- “They also load while playing, which tanks the performance massively.”
- “Stop these ads; they disturb the performance of the game.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the game emotionally engaging and wholesome, despite some frustrations with the card mechanics and timer. The tactile experience of interacting with the cards adds to the emotional connection, even if it occasionally hinders gameplay. Overall, the game evokes positive feelings, making it enjoyable for players.
- “The game is entertaining and wholesome.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be enjoyable yet tedious, with some frustration stemming from the difficulty in tracking statistics effectively.
- “Fun, but tedious.”
- “Also, very tedious to see statistics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users express a desire for a more structured story mode with level progression, indicating that the current focus on addictive gameplay has detracted from the overall narrative experience.
- “I would like to see the developers make this game into a story mode, with level ups.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users emphasize the importance of creating games that are engaging and ad-free, suggesting that low-cost pricing (around 10 cents) can enhance replayability by encouraging players to return without the distraction of advertisements.