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Seahaven Towers is an elegant FreeCell variant with 10 columns of 5 cards each. With same-suit building, single-card moves only, and Kings-only empty columns, it demands precise planning. The game was created in 1988 by Art Cabral and is known for its clean strategic depth.
How to Play Seahaven Towers
Setup
Deal 50 cards face-up into 10 columns of 5 cards each. The remaining 2 cards are placed face-up in 2 of the 4 free cells. All cards are visible from the start.
Rules
- 50 cards dealt into 10 columns of 5, all face-up.
- 2 cards start in 2 of the 4 free cells.
- Build tableau columns in descending order with same-suit cards only.
- Only single cards can be moved — no group moves allowed.
- Only Kings can fill empty tableau columns.
- Build foundation piles from Ace to King by suit.
Strategy Tips
- Single-card-only moves demand careful planning — think several moves ahead.
- Empty columns are restricted to Kings and are your primary workspace.
- Keep free cells available — with only 4 cells and 2 already occupied, space is tight.
- Focus on uncovering and freeing Aces early to start building foundations.
- Same-suit sequences on the tableau let you move multiple cards using free cells as intermediary storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Seahaven Towers different from FreeCell?
Three key differences: (1) same-suit building instead of alternating colors, (2) only single cards can be moved (no auto-grouping), and (3) only Kings can fill empty columns. These restrictions make Seahaven Towers considerably harder.
What percentage of Seahaven Towers deals are solvable?
Approximately 89% of Seahaven Towers deals are solvable with perfect play. This is lower than FreeCell (99.99%) but higher than some other variants.
Why is it called Seahaven Towers?
The game was created by Art Cabral in 1988 and named after a coastal location. It gained popularity through early Windows computer game compilations and remains a favorite among serious solitaire enthusiasts.