Microsoft Solitaire Collection is free to download, but it's not entirely free on any platform. There are video ads that need to be watched if you want to keep playing.

Microsoft has also released updated versions of the classic Solitaire game for Windows 7 and Windows Vista, but it won't install as easy. If you want the real classic, then the Solitaire bundled ...

Microsoft’s infinitely popular time-killer Solitaire, which has distracted millions on Windows for more than 25 years, is available on iOS and Android for the first time. (Screenshot via App Store) ...

Solitaire is experiencing a slight renaissance at Microsoft. After bringing back the popular title as a built-in Windows 10 game , Microsoft now celebrating 25 years of Solitaire with two tournaments.

On Windows 10, Solitaire has enjoyed a much more prominent role within Microsoft’s new operating system, and has been part of the builds users have been able to download in advance of the launch.

Microsoft is also bringing back the Start Menu to Windows 10, so that means you'll be able to boot up a game of Solitaire by navigating to Start > Programs > Accessories > Games, just like old times.

Microsoft has released the official iOS and Android app versions of its Solitaire game. Called the “Microsoft Solitaire Collection,” the app offers five virtual card games. 1.