# Zilch Solitaire

> Solitaire card game combining black and red suits to reach zero. (iPhone/iPad app by Harden Consulting LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zilch-solitaire/id1037602387 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Harden Consulting LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/366561891)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Card, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 116 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zilch-solitaire/id1037602387/reviews.md

## What is Zilch Solitaire?

Addicting! The goal of the game is to remove all the cards in the blue, cards in the yellow are just helper cards.  Jokers remove all cards.  How do you remove cards you might ask? Well combine black suit card values (Spade and Club) with red suit values (Heart and Diamond) to add up to Zilch!

So as an example, combine a black King (value of 13) with a red 8, 2, and a 3.  Make sense?  The app helps you by showing the current values of the cards you have selected, and even turns green when you can remove the cards!

Here's a few other tidbits of info.  The game saves your high score to Game Center so you can compare against your friends, and the rest of the world.  Have multiple devices? The game will pull down and sync your high score across all your devices.  Also, it supports the new split screen multitasking feature for iPads, so while you browse the internet, you can leisurely play Zilch too!

## Key features

- Combine black and red cards to reach Zilch
- Helper cards for strategic play
- Jokers remove all cards
- Visual feedback for valid moves
- High score tracking via Game Center
- Cross-device high score syncing
- iPad split-screen multitasking support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zilch-solitaire/id1037602387/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ADVERTS

*2016-12-09*

Paid app going to ads, rude.

Game play, face cards should be ten and aces one, I like simple.

### 2/5 — What, latest game update adds ads⁉️

*2016-10-12*

Not cool to add ads to a previously paid for app *after the fact* - now I cannot ever update this fun game (should I restore my device to factory settings or get a new device) without having to put up with ads in a game I already own.  There has to be a better and fairer way for the developer to manage his apparent need to generate ad revenue from new downloaders of the app without punishing those who already bought the game.  For example, why not push out a separate free "lite" version with ads while leaving the paid ad-free version intact for those who already paid for it⁉️

### 5/5 — Very good stuff.

*2016-08-25, version 1.5*

Well done Mr.Jeff

### 1/5 — Added ads

*2016-07-17*

So they added ads in recent update to a previously paid for app.   Game itself is very simple and not very entertaining.  Becomes boring very fast.

### 4/5 — Fun

*2016-07-10*

It is fun to see if I can clear the board.

### 1/5 — don't like the ads

*2016-06-05, version 1.5*

I enjoyed playing this game until the last update introduced distracting ads along the bottom of the screen. I have deleted the app.

### 2/5 — Ads

*2016-06-01*

I can't blame the author for putting in ads in order to monetize the app, but at least add an option to pay for the app so the ads go away.

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2016-04-12, version 1.4*

It doesn't crash any more! Very addictive.

### 4/5 — Easy to learn

*2016-04-12*

Nice casual game

### 4/5 — Entertaining

*2016-04-11*

Seems easy to grasp the rules. Challenging too. I haven't won yet, so when I get frustrated I just leave for awhile. I haven't had any problems crashing like other reviewers have mentioned. Four stars because I'd like to see difficulty levels, (hey, I'd like to win a few times!)

## Frequently asked questions about Zilch Solitaire

### How do you play Zilch Solitaire?

The goal is to remove all cards by combining black suit cards (Spades, Clubs) with red suit cards (Hearts, Diamonds) to add up to Zilch (zero). The game provides visual cues when a valid combination is possible.

### What is the objective of Zilch Solitaire?

The primary objective is to clear all the cards from the board by making valid combinations. Jokers are special cards that can remove all cards on the board.

### Does Zilch Solitaire have a scoring system?

Yes, Zilch Solitaire saves your high score to Game Center, allowing you to compare your performance with friends and other players worldwide.

### Can I play Zilch Solitaire on multiple devices?

Yes, your high score syncs across all your devices, ensuring your progress is consistent whether you play on an iPhone or iPad.

### Does Zilch Solitaire support multitasking?

Yes, the game supports iPad's split-screen multitasking feature, allowing you to play while using other apps like browsing the internet.

### What is the age rating for Zilch Solitaire?

Zilch Solitaire is rated '4+' by Apple, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### When was Zilch Solitaire last updated?

The latest version of Zilch Solitaire was released on July 25, 2023, indicating recent developer support.

### What devices can I play Zilch Solitaire on?

Zilch Solitaire is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2023-07-25

-Minor bug fixes

### 1.7 — 2022-11-28

-Added how many cards are left in each pile label

### 1.6 — 2021-04-10

-Added new gameplay option, start with Jokes in the kitty
-Optimized for larger phones
-iOS 14 changes

### 1.5 — 2016-06-01

-Bug Fixes
-Added ads to make the app free

### 1.4 — 2016-04-11

-Fixed bug when trying to save a score to Apple's Game Center, only happened on select devices at random times.

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