pasjans

Pasjans, also known as solitaire or patience, is a genre of card games that are typically played by a single player. The objective of these games is to arrange a deck of cards according to specific rules, often involving sorting them by suit and rank. While many pasjans games use a standard 52-card deck, some variations may employ multiple decks or special cards.

The history of pasjans is somewhat obscure, but the term "patience" gained popularity in the 19th century, with the earliest known printed rules appearing in German and Austrian publications. The word "solitaire" also became common during this period. The popularity of pasjans surged in the late 20th century with the advent of personal computers, which made digital versions of the games widely accessible. Microsoft Solitaire, bundled with Windows, is one of the most well-known examples.

There are hundreds of pasjans variants, each with its own unique setup and winning conditions. Some of the most popular include Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, and Pyramid. Klondike is perhaps the most recognizable, often referred to simply as "solitaire." Spider is known for its challenging gameplay, requiring players to build sequences of cards of the same suit. FreeCell offers a strategic challenge where all cards are dealt face-up, and players must use a limited number of free cells to move cards. Pyramid involves clearing the table by pairing cards that add up to 13. The diversity of pasjans games ensures a wide appeal, catering to different skill levels and preferences for strategy and chance.