# CardsAlone — Accessible solitaire

> Solitaire game app featuring unique variations and VoiceOver accessibility. (iPhone/iPad app by Iiro Viitanen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardsalone/id437437053 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Iiro Viitanen](https://appshunter.io/developer/437437056)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Card, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 62 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-05-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardsalone/id437437053/reviews.md

## What is CardsAlone?

CardsAlone is a nice little solitaire app. It features two different games, which are usually not seen in solitaire apps: Napoleon's grave and Hexagon. This app is also totally accessible with VoiceOver.

Features
- one step undo
- no sounds
- accessible with VoiceOver

## Key features

- Two unique solitaire games
- Napoleon's Grave game
- Hexagon game
- One-step undo
- VoiceOver accessibility
- No sounds

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardsalone/id437437053/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cards alone

*2024-10-07*

I like this kind of game, but is there anyway that you can do a help topic to show how to play each one of these cause I’ve never heard of them

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! There is a Help button on both of the games that shows a brief How to Play instructions.

In general Hexagon is easier to begin with and you can try this tactic to familiarize yourself with it:

- Go through the main stack and move cards to the waste pile until you get one of the Sevens. Then place that Seven in one of the six empty piles.

- After that continue going through the main stack until you get a Six or Eight of the same suit. If you get a Six you can place it directly on top of the Seven you played earlier. If you get an Eight you can place it in an empty pile.

- Now you have two piles and you can combine them. Select the pile which has the Seven at the bottom, and place it on top of the pile which has the Eight on top.

A couple of words on how to start playing Napoleon’s Grave:

- Go through the main stack and move cards to the waste pile until you get either a Seven or Six.

- If you got a Six put it in the middle. After that you can place a Five on top of that Six and so on.

- Always when you get a Seven put it in one the intermediate piles (the ones in the corners so to say). After that you can place an Eight on top of the Seven and so on.)

Hope these instructions will help you get started!

### 3/5 — Cards alone

*2024-08-01*

I like this kind of game, but is there anyway that you can do a help topic to show how to play each one of these cause I’ve never heard of them

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! There is a Help button on both of the games that shows a brief How to Play instructions.

In general Hexagon is easier to begin with and you can try this tactic to familiarize yourself with it:

- Go through the main stack and move cards to the waste pile until you get one of the Sevens. Then place that Seven in one of the six empty piles.

- After that continue going through the main stack until you get a Six or Eight of the same suit. If you get a Six you can place it directly on top of the Seven you played earlier. If you get an Eight you can place it in an empty pile.

- Now you have two piles and you can combine them. Select the pile which has the Seven at the bottom, and place it on top of the pile which has the Eight on top.

A couple of words on how to start playing Napoleon’s Grave:

- Go through the main stack and move cards to the waste pile until you get either a Seven or Six.

- If you got a Six put it in the middle. After that you can place a Five on top of that Six and so on.

- Always when you get a Seven put it in one the intermediate piles (the ones in the corners so to say). After that you can place an Eight on top of the Seven and so on.)

Hope these instructions will help you get started!

### 1/5 — There needs to be a tutorial.

*2024-04-14, version 2.5*

I don’t know how to play and there needs to be a tutorial. And it doesn’t let you move other cards to the pile when they are cards on the pile. What are you supposed to do?

### 5/5 — Love this game

*2020-10-12*

Play this game all the time and really love it! Thanks!

### 4/5 — Excellent

*2020-07-24*

As a voice over user, this game is simple but very enjoyable.

### 5/5 — Works with VoiceOver

*2020-05-24*

I love the accessibility of this app. One of the best game apps I have found to work with VoiceOver.

### 5/5 — Great game

*2020-04-26, version 2.4*

Love this game.

### 5/5 — Napoleons Grave Feedback

*2019-10-12, version 2.4*

Very easy to use with voiceover. Great game!!

### 5/5 — self training

*2019-06-30*

Still addicted after 4years.  I’m glad my new iPad reminded me to update my review.  I still enjoy developing my strategy for Napoleon’s Grave, which I play at least a few times a day, and I still enjoy Hexagon at least a few times a week.  As a VoiceOver user, I’ve used these games to help me become more proficient with the touch screen on the iPhone and iPod touch, and, sure enough, now it’s helping me learn about space on my iPad’s screen.  Thank you for a fun, stable app that keeps me interested in learning at my own pace.

### 5/5 — Blind lady bug

*2019-05-04*

This game is a lot of fun
I am a blind player and it only took me a few minutes to figure out how to play this game
It works great with voiceover on my iPhone

## Frequently asked questions about CardsAlone

### What makes CardsAlone unique compared to other solitaire apps?

CardsAlone stands out by offering two less common solitaire variations: Napoleon's Grave and Hexagon. These are not typically found in standard solitaire collections, providing a fresh challenge for players.

### Can I play CardsAlone offline?

Yes, CardsAlone is designed for offline play. Once downloaded, you can enjoy its solitaire games without needing an internet connection, making it perfect for travel or areas with limited connectivity.

### How accessible is CardsAlone for visually impaired users?

CardsAlone is fully accessible with VoiceOver, Apple's screen reader technology. This ensures that visually impaired users can navigate and play the games effectively.

### What is the price of CardsAlone?

CardsAlone is a paid app, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. This provides full access to all its features without any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How often is CardsAlone updated?

The app was last updated on March 16, 2023, with version 2.5. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What devices does CardsAlone support?

CardsAlone is compatible with a range of Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple TV. This broad support allows users to enjoy the game across their Apple ecosystem.

### What age rating does CardsAlone have?

CardsAlone has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for players of all ages. Its simple gameplay and non-violent nature are appropriate for younger audiences.

### Does CardsAlone have sound effects?

No, CardsAlone intentionally features no sounds. This design choice may appeal to users who prefer a quiet gaming experience or play in environments where sound is not desired.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6 — 2026-05-14

Ensuring support for the newest devices.

### 2.5 — 2023-03-16

Ensuring support for the newest iPhones and iPads.
Small changes in the user interface to meet the latest best practices.

### 2.4 — 2018-04-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Support for iPhone X
Support for two finger scrub VoiceOver gesture

### 2.3 — 2017-04-30

The game now tells you how many times you went through the main stack in Hexagon.
Fixes an issue with selecting the waste pile in Hexagon.

### 2.2 — 2015-11-03

Now available for iPad!

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