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Simple Simon Solitaire
Simple Simon is Spider Solitaire distilled to pure logic: a single deck, all 52 cards dealt face-up into ten uneven columns, and no stock pile to bail you out. You build down regardless of suit, but only same-suit sequences move together — so every mixed-suit stack you create is a knot you'll have to untie later. With complete information from the first move, every loss is a planning failure, not bad luck.
What’s Different from Spider Solitaire
All 52 cards dealt face-up into 10 columns with no stock pile. Build down regardless of suit, but only same-suit sequences move as a group — a pure-logic Spider variant.
For the full Spider rules, layout, and strategy, see the Spider Solitaire page.
Simple Simon Tips
Treat empty columns as your most precious resource — with no stock pile, they're the only maneuvering space you'll ever get. The three 8-card columns hold most of the deck; start digging into them early. Avoid burying low cards under mixed-suit stacks, and always prefer a same-suit build over a convenient off-suit one. Plan each sequence's escape route before you commit.
More Spider Solitaire
Looking for the classic version? Play Spider Solitaire — the deep guide with full rules, strategy, and FAQ for the entire Spider family.
Simple Simon — Quick FAQ
How is Simple Simon different from Spider Solitaire?
All 52 cards dealt face-up into 10 columns with no stock pile. Build down regardless of suit, but only same-suit sequences move as a group — a pure-logic Spider variant.
How is Simple Simon different from Spider?
Simple Simon uses one deck (52 cards) instead of two, deals everything face-up, and has no stock pile. Spider hides most cards and deals ten new ones when you're stuck; Simple Simon gives you full information and no second chances. You only need four King-to-Ace runs instead of eight.
Is Simple Simon harder than Spider?
It's harder than 1- and 2-suit Spider but generally considered more approachable than 4-suit Spider. The open information means skilled players win consistently — roughly 60-80% of deals are winnable with careful play — but there's no stock pile to rescue a bad position.