Solitaire City

About

Solitaire City is a single player action game. It was developed by Digital Smoke LLC and was released on October 24, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Solitaire City is a paid, ad-free version of the popular solitaire game, offering numerous rules for nearly 70 solitaire variations, including Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Double Klondike, Spiderette, Tri-Peaks, and Pyramid. It is a Universal App, providing high resolution graphics on iPads and HD graphics on Retina displays. The game ensures privacy with no tracking or data collection, and allows for transferred scores, statistics, and customizations from the free version.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,219 reviews

graphics27 positive mentions

monetization64 negative mentions

The game offers a wide variety of solitaire games and customization options, making it enjoyable and engaging for long periods.
Many users appreciate the smooth gameplay and attractive graphics, which enhance the overall experience.
The app has a loyal following, with many players returning to it over the years due to its reliability and fun factor.

Recent updates have introduced frequent ads, which frustrate players who previously enjoyed an ad-free experience.
Many users report technical issues, such as crashes, glitches, and problems with card visibility, especially on newer devices.
Some players are disappointed with the lack of options to restore previous purchases or access all game features after switching devices.

monetization
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
89%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over the presence of ads even after purchasing ad-free versions. While some players appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience and find the ads manageable, others report intrusive and disruptive ads that hinder gameplay. Overall, the inconsistency in ad removal after updates and device changes has led to dissatisfaction among users who expected a seamless experience after their purchases.
- “Pay for the full game, no ads, no nonsense.”
- “There are 16 different games to play and no ads.”
- “So many versions to play and no ads!”
- “Paid for premium, still got continuous ads.”
- “I upgraded phones and even though I purchased an ad-free version, I now have annoying ads.”
- “Paid for the ad-free upgrade years ago and now get ads every other game.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
24%
8%
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their attractiveness, clarity, and smooth interface, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, some users have reported occasional glitches and performance issues on certain devices, which can affect the fluidity of gameplay. Despite these concerns, many consider it one of the best solitaire apps available, thanks to its stunning visuals and customization options.
- “The graphics are attractive and the interface works smoothly.”
- “Clean interface, gorgeous visuals, and a variety of game modes makes this the perfect solitaire app.”
- “Hands down best gameplay and graphics of all other solitaire games in the Android market.”
- “Updated review 2/2024: this is still one of my favorite games, but I recently got a Samsung Galaxy 24, and after about 10 minutes of play, the Yukon game hangs up and the behavior and graphics become erratic.”
- “It's recently started glitching where play suddenly becomes jerky rather than smooth, and sometimes the graphics get wacky.”
- “On the Galaxy Note 4, graphics are not up to much and the app did not start the game I selected.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
5%
78%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and glitches, particularly after recent updates. While some players praise the app for being generally rock solid with no issues, others express frustration over the need to restart their devices or the game itself due to crashes. Overall, stability appears to be a significant concern for a portion of the user base.
- “They keep improving the app by adding new games and features, but it's still always been rock solid - no glitches or crashes.”
- “No glitches, clear directions.”
- “Great graphics and no glitches.”
- “I'd have given 5 stars but lately it's been starting to have glitches.”
- “It was great until the latest update; it just freezes up if you try to end a game or hit the new button.”
- “Great game but it freezes and closes in the middle of every game and I have to start a new one.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay of this solitaire app is highly praised for its excellence, consistency, and variety of options, making it a standout choice in the Android market. Users appreciate the great graphics and customization features, contributing to a satisfying and engaging experience over the years. Overall, it is regarded as the best solitaire app available, particularly for its gameplay quality.
- “Highly customizable and excellent gameplay.”
- “The gameplay has been flawless for me consistently.”
- “Hands down best gameplay and graphics of all other solitaire games in the Android market.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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40%
The game's optimization varies significantly across devices; while it runs smoothly on some, such as Nooks, users report performance issues on specific models like the Pixel 4 XL and Galaxy S10. Overall, the experience can be inconsistent depending on the hardware used.
- “Performance is excellent, now well over a year since my last review.”
- “The game runs smoothly.”
- “The games run smoothly and without problems on my devices.”
- “I play this game a lot, but it is not optimized for the Pixel 4 XL.”
- “Not optimized for Galaxy S10.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Users express frustration with the music in the app, noting that it can be loud and disruptive, particularly for those trying to use it quietly. Despite this, some users still enjoy the app overall.
- “Music plays... other than that, love the app.”
- “I disable the music.”
- “This loud music wakes up my husband!”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the humor in the app, particularly enjoying the funny sound effects that enhance the experience. However, some have reported technical issues, such as the app freezing after a few games, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Love this app and the funny sound effects; I've been using it for years.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported experiencing technical issues such as glitches and unresponsive screens, which detract from the emotional engagement of the game. These disruptions can hinder the overall immersive experience, making it difficult for players to connect with the game's emotional narrative.