# Card Shark Collection™

> Extensive collection of solitaire and traditional card games with customization options. (iPhone/iPad app by Easy 8 Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/card-shark-collection/id306967807 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Easy 8 Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/293405662)
- Category: Games, Card, Casino
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 13,361 App Store ratings · 548 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/card-shark-collection/id306967807/reviews.md

## What is Card Shark Collection™?

Card Shark includes a diverse and growing collection of solitaire and traditional card games.  Card Shark is iPad and retina display compatible, and features the ability to install custom tables, card backs, and even card fronts.

Supported games include: Klondike (Classic Solitaire), FreeCell, Cassino, Canfield, Basic Rummy, Gin Rummy, Rummy 500, Spider Solitaire, Cruel Solitaire, Beleaguered Castle, Spiderette, Bristol Solitaire, Hearts, Memory Match (Concentration), Speed Match, Calculation, Forty Thieves, Euchre (US), Deuces Wild and Jacks or Better Draw Poker, Aces Up, Spades (non-partnership variant), Limit Texas Hold 'Em, Speed, Batsford Solitaire, Josephine, Red & Black, Sea Towers, Crazy Eights, Tripeaks, Golf, Eagle Wing, Pyramid, Old Maid, War, Go Fish, 13 Packs (aka Grandma's Game), Royal Cotillion, Blackjack (21), Royal Parade, Thieves of Egypt, Scorpion, Pile On, Montana, Canfield, Clock Solitaire, Kings Corner, Russian Cell, Yukon, I Doubt It, Four Seasons, Crescent, Osmosis (aka Treasure Trove), Canasta, La Belle Lucie, Australian Solitaire, Egyptian Ratscrew, SheepsHead(new), Kings in the Corner, Eight Off, Queenie (new), Samara (new)

Card Shark combines a silky smooth 3d presentation with tasteful animation, sounds, and an elegant drag-drop interface that has been lovingly fine-tuned for the touch screen.  Touches and drag targets are forgiving, and piles are automatically split following completed gestures.  Touch foundation piles to automatically complete a game.

Why clutter your device with separate card games, when you can stock it with a quality collection that continues to be expanded and improved regularly based on user requests?

Features include:
- layouts for left/right handed stock placement
- infinite undo/redo supported in all solitaire variants
- tap foundation to autoplay cards
- does not interfere with ipod background music
- automatically saved/resumed games & statistics
- multiple cards fronts, backs, and tables with ability to install new ones from your photo library

An online FAQ is available through the in-game help system.  This answers common questions about the supported games and offers a sneak peak at features and new games slated for the next update.  Feature and new game requests are always welcome.

"Out of all of the solitaire type card games I have tried, this one is by far the best I have come across in quite a long while." - www.geardiary.com

Featured as an outstanding app in Wired Magazine's 2011 App Guide!

## Key features

- Diverse card game collection
- Customizable tables, card backs, and fronts
- Smooth 3D presentation with animation
- Elegant drag-and-drop interface
- Infinite undo/redo
- Tap foundation to autoplay cards
- Automatic game saving and resuming

## Chart rankings

- #33 in Top Paid · Card (US App Store)
- #7 in Top Paid · Casino (US App Store)

## What do users think of Card Shark Collection™?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🤩 Huge variety of card games
- 👍 Easy to learn and play
- 🎨 Customizable card designs
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
- ⏱️ Keeps track of game stats
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Repetitive AI behavior in some games
- 🕹️ Difficult to control card movements on smaller screens
- 🤖 AI opponents sometimes seem to 'cheat'

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Euchre and Rummy 500 games not working after recent update
- Card movements become jerky and hard to follow in some games
- Canfield game has an issue with card stacks getting smaller
- Occasional freezing when rotating device in certain games

**Most requested features**

- Add more multiplayer game modes
- Provide hints or tutorials for new games
- Allow adjustable difficulty levels for AI opponents
- Implement cloud sync to access progress across devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 548)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/card-shark-collection/id306967807/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-08-13, version 10.3*

A challenge for any level-many games to chose from- hours of entertainment on a long flight or car ride, and NO ADS!

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2026-08-12, version 10.3*

So many games for a modest cost. Top notch!

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2026-07-27, version 10.3*

I like the various games and can have my favorites right up front!

### 5/5 — Still excellent

*2026-07-24, version 10.3*

I got this with 12 years ago and it still plays great!

### 5/5 — Great way to pass a few free minutes

*2026-07-23, version 10.3*

I’ve had this app on every phone I’ve owned going all the way to the iPhone 3GS and it’s the only leisure app that I’ve kept going back to over all those years.

In fact I’m a bit ashamed to say that I’ve played Bristol Solitaire for over 110hrs in total, with a current winning streak of 3,000 games!

### 5/5 — Best game!

*2026-07-11, version 10.3*

This is the best game collection ever!  I’ve been playing it for years.  It has some of my favorite games, and I can play for hours.  No glitches, no ads, just good solid error free games.

### 5/5 — Upgrade excellent

*2026-05-22, version 10.3*

Update 5/26
I’ve been playing this game since it came out it still the very best card game in the App Store !!


Update:  this app keeps improving. User feedback is well received. New games added often. You only need one card games app if you have this one!!

Original:
The games, options, and graphics just keep getting better and better.  Get crazy!  Pay for the full $.99 version. Unlike most apps you buy, this one will not disappoint.

### 5/5 — Love the love logic!

*2026-03-25, version 10.3*

Great game!! Requires mental sharpness to juggle 3-4 options at once. Addictive challenging game.

### 5/5 — Nice Euchre

*2026-03-19, version 10.3*

The computer opponents play like real players!  Also when I have to close the app in the middle of a game, it resumes seamlessly the next time I open it.  I find it very relaxing.

### 5/5 — Worth it

*2026-02-24, version 10.3*

Worth it

## Frequently asked questions about Card Shark Collection™

### What kind of games does this app include?

This app features a large and ever-growing collection of solitaire and traditional card games. It supports popular titles like Klondike, FreeCell, Gin Rummy, Spider Solitaire, Hearts, Poker variants, Blackjack, and many more, offering a comprehensive card game experience.

### Can I customize the appearance of the games?

Yes, the app allows for extensive customization. You can install custom tables, card backs, and even card fronts, allowing you to personalize the look and feel of your games. This feature helps to keep the experience fresh and tailored to your preferences.

### Is this app free to download and play?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full collection of games and features.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is specifically mentioned as being iPad and retina display compatible. This indicates it is designed for Apple's tablet devices and optimized for their high-resolution screens, ensuring a visually appealing experience.

### What are some of the key features for gameplay?

Key gameplay features include a silky smooth 3D presentation, an elegant drag-and-drop interface fine-tuned for touch screens, and forgiving touch targets. It also offers infinite undo/redo in solitaire variants, the ability to tap foundations to autoplay cards, and automatic game saving and resuming.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.3 — 2023-01-04

Animation patch (missed for some multi-player games).  Cosmetic fix for player#1 score text placement.

### 10.2 — 2022-11-15

More HD decks.  Animation fix for vs. games.  UI improvements.

### 10.1 — 2022-09-03

New card spacing option, support for Ultra HD decks, improvements to user interface and auto-scaling/panning.

### 10.0 — 2021-02-20

This update includes screen layout improvements for newer iPhones, a new option to optionally increase space between overlapping cards, improved auto-zooming for long stacks of cards that could otherwise spill offscreen, and various fixes.

### 9.0.3 — 2017-09-29

Fix for elapsed time/statistics regression when app suspended/resumed.

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