What is the Win Rate for Seahaven Towers Solitaire?
~88% Solvable
Seahaven Towers Solitaire
offers strong solvability with its distinctive 10-column layout and 4 free cells. Analysis suggests
approximately 88% of random deals can be won with perfect play.
What Makes Seahaven Towers Unique?
Seahaven Towers is a FreeCell variant with distinctive rules that create a unique challenge:
- 10 tableau columns instead of 8 (wider layout)
- 4 free cells (same as FreeCell)
- Suit-based building: Cards must match suit to stack, not alternate colors
- Only Kings can fill empty columns
- 2 empty columns at the start (the last 2 cards go to free cells)
The Opening Advantage
Unlike FreeCell where all columns are full at the start, Seahaven Towers begins with 2 empty columns. This extra space gives players an immediate strategic advantage—but the stricter suit-building rule and King-only column fills balance the difficulty.
Theoretical vs Practical Win Rates
| Player Level | Typical Win Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 30-45% | Learning the suit-building rule |
| Intermediate | 55-70% | Manages cells and empty columns |
| Expert | 75-85% | Plans King movements strategically |
| Theoretical Maximum | ~88% | Perfect play with undo |
Why Seahaven Towers Has This Solvability Rate
The ~88% solvability comes from a balance of advantages and restrictions:
Advantages (Makes It Easier)
- 2 empty columns at start: Immediate extra space to work with
- 10 columns total: More room for sequences
- Complete information: All cards visible from the start
Restrictions (Makes It Harder)
- Suit-only stacking: Far fewer valid moves than alternating colors
- King restriction: Only Kings can fill empty columns
- Only 4 cells: Less temporary storage than Eight Off's 8 cells
How Does Seahaven Towers Compare to Other FreeCell Variants?
| Variant | Win Rate | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| FreeCell | 99.999% | Alternating colors, any card fills columns |
| Double FreeCell | ~99% | Two decks, 8 cells, alternating colors |
| Eight Off | ~85-95% | 8 cells, suit building |
| Seahaven Towers | ~88% | 10 columns, suit building, starts with 2 empty |
| Baker's Game | ~75% | Same as FreeCell but suit building |
Strategic Tips to Maximize Your Win Rate
- Use the starting empty columns wisely: Don't fill them immediately—save for strategic moves
- Plan for all 4 Kings: Map out where each King will end up before you trap them
- Build suit sequences aggressively: Long same-suit runs are powerful
- Keep cells open: Even one free cell provides crucial flexibility
- Move to foundations early: Don't hoard low cards in the tableau
- Use undo to explore: Many deals have multiple solution paths
Ready to Test Your Skills?
Experience the unique 10-column layout of Seahaven Towers. With complete card visibility and 2 empty columns at the start, can you solve this strategic challenge?
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