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Freecell Solitaire

Freecell Solitaire (full title Freecell Solitaire: Carnivale of Cash) is WorldWinner's timed, point-scored version of FreeCell. You sort eight stacks into four foundations by suit, from Ace to King, using four free cells. Points come from uncovering cards, moving cards to the foundations, and a time bonus tied to progress. WorldWinner states that opponents receive the same layout. Practice is free, and you can compete for cash prizes where available; availability varies by location, device, and account.

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Facts last reviewed 2026-09-20.
CategorySolitaire Games
GenreSolitaire, Card, Strategy
Typical session lengthA few minutes per game (timed; the clock is shown in-game)
Modes3 modes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android
Practice playYes, free
Cash tournamentsYes, where available
Last reviewed2026-09-20

How to play Freecell Solitaire

Objective
Move every card to the four foundations, building each suit in order from Ace to King, before the clock runs out. Because the game is scored, a full solve is not the only goal: every card you uncover and every card you send to a foundation adds points, and the time bonus grows with the share of the board you managed to open up.
Setup
WorldWinner's help center describes the deal as eight stacks of cards from a randomized deck, with the same layout given to your opponent. Four foundation slots sit in the upper left, marked with an A, and four free cells sit in the upper right. Most cards begin covered by other cards. The next cards needed on the foundations are highlighted green in the stacks, which helps with planning. WorldWinner also notes that not every board is solvable.
Controls
Drag or tap cards to move them. Within the stacks, cards must be placed in descending order with alternating colors. A free cell holds one card, and an empty column can take any card. You can move a run of several cards at once only as far as your open free cells and empty columns allow; otherwise the game warns that it can only move part of the run. A foundation button (the spacebar on desktop) sends eligible cards up quickly, and a card can be pulled back from a foundation to get unstuck. If you stall, the game highlights a playable card as a hint.
How a game ends
The game ends when the timer expires, when the board is solved, or when you have no moves left. If you are stuck, you can open Settings and choose End Game to submit your score and still collect a time bonus based on your progress.

How Freecell Solitaire scoring works

The values below are the ones published in WorldWinner's help center article for Freecell Solitaire: Carnivale of Cash, as of the review date on this page. Values can change between releases, so see the in-game scoring table for current values.

Freecell Solitaire scoring actions and point values.
ActionPointsNotes
Card uncovered for the first time50 pointsEach newly uncovered card also raises your time bonus potential.
Ace moved to a foundation200 pointsThe most valuable single move in the game.
2 moved to a foundation100 points
3 through King moved to a foundation50 points each
Time bonus6 points x seconds remaining x (cards you uncovered / covered cards at the start)WorldWinner states that the number of covered cards at the start is always the total cards minus 8, one per stack. With a 52-card deck that is 44.
Ending early on a stuck boardTime bonus still appliesThe bonus is scaled by the share of cards you uncovered, so progress before ending matters.

Worked scoring example

Suppose you uncover 30 of the 44 covered cards (30 x 50 = 1,500 points). You move all four Aces (800), all four 2s (400), and 12 other cards (600) to the foundations, for 1,800 more. You then end the game with 100 seconds left. The time bonus is 6 x 100 x (30 / 44), or about 409 points. The total is roughly 1,500 + 1,800 + 409 = 3,709 points. WorldWinner's own example uses 230 seconds remaining and 14 of 44 cards uncovered for a 439-point bonus, which shows how much the bonus depends on progress, not just speed.

Skill and fairness

FreeCell is one of the most skill-heavy solitaire variants because every card is visible from the first second. There is no hidden stock and no redeal, so the result depends on planning. WorldWinner's help center states that players are dealt the same layout as their opponent, which means score differences come from the moves chosen and the time used, not from the deal.

WorldWinner matches opponents using a per-game skill rating, and WorldWinner states that players never face bots. In practice that means a newer player is normally paired with others at a similar level in Freecell specifically, regardless of results in other titles.

The scoring system rewards progress as well as completion. Because the time bonus is multiplied by the share of covered cards you opened, racing through a few easy moves and quitting scores poorly, and so does grinding on a dead board while the clock drains. The strongest results come from fast, accurate play that uncovers most of the board.

No outcome is guaranteed. WorldWinner lists Freecell Solitaire among its card-style games, and its published availability list says card games are not offered for cash in Indiana and Maine. Cash play in general varies by location, device, and account, and eligibility is checked before entry to a paid tournament. Practice games are free.

Expert tips for Freecell Solitaire

  1. Study the board before the clock starts. WorldWinner's own tips suggest using the time before the clock starts to study the layout. Find the Aces and 2s, note which stacks bury them, and pick the stack you will dig first. A ten-second plan usually saves far more than ten seconds.
  2. Go after Aces and 2s first. An Ace is worth 200 points and a 2 is worth 100 when they reach a foundation, against 50 for every other rank. They also unlock everything above them. WorldWinner notes that once the Aces and 2s are out, the rest of the board tends to get much easier.
  3. Treat free cells as a loan, not storage. Every filled free cell shrinks the size of the run you can move. Before parking a card, know exactly which move will free it again. If you cannot name that move, look for a different line.
  4. Open an empty column early. WorldWinner's help center points out that an empty column is even better than a free cell, because it lets you move a large stack. Target the shortest stack, or the one whose cards can be placed elsewhere, and clear it in the first phase of the game.
  5. Do not fill an empty column carelessly. Once a column is open, use it as a staging area for moving long runs. When you do fill it for good, prefer a King or a long ordered run headed by a high card, so the column stays useful for the rest of the game.
  6. Use the green highlights to set priorities. The next cards needed on the foundations are highlighted green. Trace what sits on top of each highlighted card and count the moves needed to release it. Dig for the cheapest one first.
  7. Use the foundation shortcut. The foundation button (spacebar on desktop) moves eligible cards up without dragging. Seconds saved feed the time bonus, which is multiplied by 6 points per second and by your progress share.
  8. Pull a card back down when it helps. A card can be taken back from a foundation. If a low card on the foundation is the only place to park an opposite-color card one rank lower, pulling it down can break a jam.
  9. End dead boards promptly, but not too soon. Some deals cannot be solved. WorldWinner advises making as much progress as you can and then ending the game through Settings to collect the time bonus. Ending with few cards uncovered wastes the bonus, because the formula scales with cards uncovered.

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Freecell Solitaire questions, answered

Can you play Freecell Solitaire on WorldWinner for real money?
WorldWinner offers Freecell Solitaire in paid-entry skill tournaments where players compete for cash prizes where available. Winnings are never guaranteed, and availability varies by location, device, and account. WorldWinner's published list says card-style games are not offered for cash in Indiana and Maine.
How is Freecell Solitaire scored on WorldWinner?
WorldWinner's help center lists 50 points for each card uncovered, 200 points for an Ace moved to a foundation, 100 for a 2, and 50 for each card from 3 through King. A time bonus adds 6 points per second remaining, multiplied by the share of covered cards you uncovered. See the in-game scoring table for current values.
How does the time bonus work in WorldWinner Freecell?
The published formula is 6 points x seconds remaining x (cards you uncovered divided by covered cards at the start). With 44 covered cards at the start, uncovering 14 and finishing with 230 seconds left gives about 439 points, which is WorldWinner's own example. Speed alone is not enough; the bonus scales with progress.
Are all WorldWinner Freecell boards solvable?
No. WorldWinner states plainly that not all boards are solvable. When no moves remain, you can open Settings and choose End Game to submit your score and receive a time bonus based on how much of the board you uncovered.
Do both players get the same cards in Freecell Solitaire?
Yes, according to WorldWinner. Its help center says players are dealt eight stacks from a randomized deck with the same layout as their opponent. Score differences come from move choices and time used.
Can I play WorldWinner Freecell Solitaire for free?
Yes. Practice games have no entry fee and no cash prize, and they use the same rules and scoring as paid tournaments. Practice is a sensible way to get used to the timer and the progress-based time bonus before entering a cash tournament.
What is the best strategy to win at WorldWinner Freecell?
Plan before the clock starts, dig out Aces and 2s first, keep free cells empty, and open an empty column early. WorldWinner's own tips add that an empty column beats a free cell because it lets you move a large stack. On an unsolvable board, make as much progress as possible and then end the game to bank the time bonus.
Are there cheats for WorldWinner Freecell Solitaire?
No legitimate ones. WorldWinner bans multi-accounting and collusion, and tournament scores come from play on a layout shared with your opponent. The built-in hint highlights and the green next-card markers are part of the game and are fair to use.
Is Freecell Solitaire on WorldWinner skill based?
FreeCell shows every card from the start, so results depend on planning and speed. WorldWinner states that opponents receive the same layout and that players are matched by a per-game skill rating. It is skill-based tournament play, and no result is guaranteed.