The Zachtronics Solitaire Collection

The Zachtronics Solitaire Collection brings together eight single-player games built around solitaire and related card or tile puzzles. Seven originated as minigames in other Zachtronics releases; Fortune’s Foundation is a Tarot-themed variant made for this collection.

Each game has its own rules and goal. Players sort cards into sequences, suits, or scoring hands; match alchemical-symbol tiles; or use special rules such as Cluj Solitaire’s ability to place a card in an incorrect position temporarily. Sawayama Solitaire shows the tableau face-up, while Fortune’s Foundation uses Tarot cards.

The collection offers a range of puzzle styles and difficulty, with deals to solve across the different games. Some variants use free cells to store cards, Kabufuda unlocks additional free cells by making sets, and Cribbage Solitaire focuses on building scoring combinations.

Reviewers often enjoy the distinct rulesets and the way the collection offers different kinds of solitaire puzzles, from quick, relaxing games to variants that demand careful planning. Fortune’s Foundation is frequently singled out for its challenge and the satisfaction of finding a solution. Some players also praise the visual and audio presentation, while preferences for individual variants differ.