Spider Solitaire

About

Spider Solitaire is a relaxing card game that offers good gameplay with classic rules. The stunning graphics are a nice touch, but the game is marred by excessive advertisements and technical bugs. The game invites you to enjoy the spider solitaire card game you know and love, but be prepared for some distractions and glitches along the way.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics62 positive mentions

monetization892 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and very addictive, providing a great way to pass the time.
The ability to customize backgrounds and card designs enhances the gaming experience.
The game offers a good balance of challenge and relaxation, making it suitable for all ages.

The intrusive ads, especially those with sound, disrupt gameplay and can be very annoying.
Recent updates have introduced issues such as freezing and crashing, making the game less enjoyable.
The requirement to fill all spaces before dealing new cards can be frustrating and limits gameplay.

monetization
935 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
1%
95%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the increasing frequency and intrusiveness of ads. Many players report that ads now appear not only between games but also during gameplay, often with loud audio that disrupts the experience. While some users appreciate the option to play for free, they express a strong desire for a paid version to eliminate ads entirely, citing that the current ad experience detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Great spider solitaire game simple, no frills, no ads, no harassment!”
- “Love that there are no ads with this game!”
- “Quality games with very few ads, and no ads on the playing screen.”
- “The ads have become so intrusive lately they completely ruin the experience.”
- “I used to love playing this game and the amount of ads was tolerable but now so many more ads have been added it has made playing extremely frustrating.”
- “The ads are now 30+ seconds long and can't be cancelled after the last update.”
graphics
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
35%
3%
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising their clarity, smoothness, and customization options. While some players desire more variety and improved visibility, particularly for card sizes and fonts, the aesthetic appeal and ease of reading are frequently highlighted as strong points. Despite occasional criticisms regarding specific updates or ad placements, the graphics contribute positively to the overall gaming experience.
- “The gameplay is solid, graphics are alright, and it's not a massive battery drain.”
- “Flawless and smooth graphic play makes an enjoyable and relaxing game.”
- “Between the beautiful visuals, intuitive design, customization and most importantly, the left-handed option, you guys have yourselves a loyal fan of your games.”
- “Worsens... sadly recent update has negatively affected my ability to play the game - it's for some reason now centered on the screen, also latest font/graphics on cards makes them too small for me to comfortably see.”
- “Graphics suck and are hard to see easily.”
- “Average game, poor graphics.”
stability
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
21%
70%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and glitches, particularly after ads are played. However, a notable number of players also mention a smooth experience with no glitches, indicating that performance may vary based on device or updates. Overall, while some users enjoy a stable gameplay experience, others find the game frustratingly unstable.
- “There are no glitches and the advertisements are unobtrusive and non-irritating.”
- “Runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “Game is good, addicting, well planned, no glitches found.”
- “I've played for years but now way too many glitches.”
- “Used to be a good app, but now freezes constantly and aborts out of the app.”
- “This game freezes up every 15 seconds.”
music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
78%
14%
The music aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to intrusive and loud ads that disrupt users' music or podcasts, often playing unexpectedly and at high volumes. Many players express frustration over the inability to turn off these ads or their accompanying music, leading to a negative gaming experience. While some enjoy the game itself, the overwhelming presence of disruptive audio ads has prompted numerous users to consider uninstalling it.
- “I like to have music in the background as I play the game.”
- “Great game, especially when laying in bed and listening to music.”
- “Most intuitive spider solitaire I've tried with no annoying music.”
- “The reason why I will uninstall this game after I finish writing this review is because I am tired of this app shutting off my music every time I start a new game, thanks to your ads.”
- “Most recent update added intrusive ads that begin audio and video, interrupting any music you have in the background, which forces you to wait for the clip to finish playing, and then swap out to resume your music.”
- “I had my phone set on mute, but when I opened the game, an ad came on and suddenly the sound was at full volume with some kind of annoying music.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
48%
14%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, solid mechanics, and minimal interruptions from ads, providing a classic solitaire experience with various visual customization options. However, some users express disappointment over the limited gameplay modes following a recent update, which removed multiple suit options. Overall, the game is noted for its fluid controls and effective hint mechanics, making it a strong contender in the solitaire genre.
- “Great version of classic solitaire with clear graphics and game mechanics.”
- “Challenging, fluid gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is flawless, you can choose your own background from among your own pictures, and there are no annoying ads.”
- “Must remove cards from played stacks to fill in empty slots, undoing your gameplay.”
- “2021 December most recent update has removed all options of gameplay, other than single suit spider; no 2 or 4 suit option exists, no spiderette.”
- “Worst gameplay ever.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
30%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance across various devices, with users reporting no glitches and steady optimization. However, some feedback suggests that the layout could benefit from further optimization.
- “Still runs smoothly and has plenty of attention-grabbing features.”
- “The game runs smoothly on all of my devices.”
- “Runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “The game suffers from inconsistent performance, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Optimization issues lead to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the potential, the lack of proper optimization severely impacts the overall experience.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable, often highlighting funny achievements and challenges. While some users noted that the humor may not be universally appealing, many described the game as easy and entertaining, contributing to a lighthearted experience. Overall, the comedic elements enhance the gameplay for most players.
- “Nice stats, funny achievements, good level challenges, and the spiderette option rocks! Customizable displays add to the fun.”
- “This app makes me feel funny in my tummy.”
- “Easy and funny to play.”
- “Good but not funny 😎😼”
- “The jokes fell flat and didn't land as intended.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the humor was mostly cringeworthy.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the story, noting that it feels repetitive and lacks depth. Additionally, there are concerns about missing parts of the narrative, particularly when using the app in a radio format.
- “The same story is repeated over and over.”
- “If it's a radio app, I've missed some of the story or conversation.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to frequent interruptions from ads or redirects to other sites after completing tasks, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “I used to enjoy playing this game, but now that I get redirected to some ads or sites for a role-playing game after completing each card game, this has become tedious.”
- “The constant grinding feels more like a chore than a fun experience, making me question why I even started playing.”
- “After hours of grinding, the rewards feel minimal and unfulfilling, which really dampens my enthusiasm for the game.”