Dinsun Review
Dinsun here. It’s Solitaire. You know it, I know it, your grandmother knows it. But I have to give credit where it’s due: Solitaire Stories is the most 'premium' version of this game I’ve ever seen. The idea of wrapping a narrative around a deck of cards is a bit silly, but the execution is so charming that it works. The art for each story is distinct and high-quality, and the music is actually worth keeping the sound on for.
At the end of the day, though, the story doesn't change the fact that you’re playing the same game you’ve played for forty years. If you hate Solitaire, this won't change your mind. But if you’re someone who finds the rhythmic nature of the game relaxing, this is a vastly better way to experience it than the ad-infested versions found elsewhere. It’s a very safe, very comfortable piece of software. It’s like a nice new cover for an old book.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Incredible production value for a simple card game
- Diverse and creative story themes
- Clean, ad-free experience
- It is, ultimately, just Solitaire
- The 'stories' are very thin and serve mostly as flavor
- Limited mechanical innovation
Technical Report
Performance: Flawless; works perfectly on all devices.
- Large Print Mode
- Left-handed Mode
Audience Fit
Buy if: You love Solitaire and want a beautiful, ad-free version with a bit of extra personality.
Skip if: You find classic card games boring or want a deep narrative experience.
- Microsoft Solitaire Collection
- Sage Solitaire
- Card of Darkness
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
- Hardware: iPhone 15
- Playtime: 12 hours
- Status: Completed four story arcs
