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Beleaguered Castle Solitaire
Beleaguered Castle is the strict version of Castle Solitaire where Aces start in the foundations from the beginning. All remaining 48 cards are dealt face-up in eight columns around the central foundations. With complete information and no stock pile, it's a pure logic puzzle. However, the restriction of building only by rank (regardless of suit) on the tableau makes it extremely challenging.
What’s Different from Castle Solitaire
Castle with Aces pre-placed on foundations. All 48 remaining cards visible — a pure logic puzzle (~30-40% win rate).
For the full Castle rules, layout, and strategy, see the Castle Solitaire page.
Beleaguered Castle Tips
Plan multiple moves ahead — every column interaction affects future options. Try to create empty columns early by moving complete sequences to foundations. Since tableau building ignores suit, you have more placement options but still need careful sequencing.
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Beleaguered Castle — Quick FAQ
How is Beleaguered Castle different from Castle Solitaire?
Castle with Aces pre-placed on foundations. All 48 remaining cards visible — a pure logic puzzle (~30-40% win rate).
What is the win rate for Beleaguered Castle?
Beleaguered Castle is one of the harder solitaire variants, with win rates around 30-40% even with good play. Some deals are mathematically unsolvable. The open-information nature means you can often identify unwinnable deals early.