Summary
- Platforms: ZX Spectrum
Chinese Patience: A Challenging and Rewarding Card Game
Chinese Patience is a solitaire card game that is played with a deck of 52 cards. The goal of the game is to build four piles of cards, one for each suit, in ascending order from ace to king.
The game is played on a layout of seven piles, with the first pile containing one card, the second pile containing two cards, and so on, until the seventh pile contains seven cards. The top card of each pile is face up, and the remaining cards are face down.
To start the game, the player turns over the top card of the stock pile. If the card can be played on one of the seven piles, the player does so. If the card cannot be played, it is placed on the waste pile.
The player then turns over the next card from the stock pile. If this card can be played, the player does so. If the card cannot be played, it is placed on the waste pile.
The player continues to turn over cards from the stock pile until either the game is won or the stock pile is empty.
If the player is able to build all four piles of cards in ascending order from ace to king, they win the game.
If the player is unable to build all four piles of cards in ascending order from ace to king, they lose the game.
Strategy
There are a number of strategies that can help you win at Chinese Patience.
- Be patient. Chinese Patience is a game that requires patience and perseverance. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t win right away. Keep playing and practicing, and you’ll eventually get better.
- Plan ahead. Before you make a move, take a look at the layout of the cards and try to plan out your next few moves. This will help you avoid getting stuck and having to start over.
- Use the waste pile wisely. The waste pile can be a valuable resource. If you have a card that you can’t play, don’t be afraid to put it on the waste pile. You can always retrieve it later if you need it.
- Don’t give up. Chinese Patience can be a challenging game, but it’s also very rewarding. If you stick with it, you’ll eventually be able to master it.
Variations
There are many different variations of Chinese Patience. Some of the most popular variations include:
- Double Chinese Patience: This variation is played with two decks of cards. The goal of the game is to build eight piles of cards, one for each suit, in ascending order from ace to king.
- Triple Chinese Patience: This variation is played with three decks of cards. The goal of the game is to build twelve piles of cards, one for each suit, in ascending order from ace to king.
- Canfield: This variation is played with a deck of 52 cards plus two jokers. The goal of the game is to build four piles of cards, one for each suit, in ascending order from ace to king. The jokers can be used as wild cards.
History
Chinese Patience is thought to have originated in China in the 18th century. The game was originally called “Mahjong Solitaire” because it was played with mahjong tiles. However, the game was later adapted to be played with cards.
Chinese Patience became popular in the West in the early 20th century. The game was introduced to the United States by missionaries who had served in China. Chinese Patience quickly became a popular pastime, and it remains one of the most popular solitaire games today.
Conclusion
Chinese Patience is a challenging and rewarding card game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you’re looking for a new solitaire game to try, I highly recommend Chinese Patience.
Review Score
8/10
