We need your help, Spymaster. Join a world of near-future spies and take on a supervillain in this supercharged take on classic Solitaire. Precision engineered for replayable espionage action.
The core gameplay in this title involves clearing solitaire tables by building up piles of cards in suit order, from Ace to King. However, the game introduces a twist - the face cards (Jacks, Queens, and Kings) represent different spy "crews" with unique abilities that can significantly impact the gameplay.
Players must carefully consider which crews to unlock and how to leverage their abilities to optimize their solitaire plays. Each crew's special power, such as rearranging card stacks, revealing hidden cards, or disrupting the opponent's progress, can be activated by playing its corresponding face card on the table. The interplay between these diverse abilities adds a layer of strategic depth, as players need to think several moves ahead and anticipate how the various powers will affect the table layout.
The campaign mode guides players through a narrative-driven experience, unlocking new crews with different abilities as they progress. This allows players to experiment with various playstyles and approaches to the solitaire puzzles, as the campaign gradually increases in difficulty and introduces new challenges.
Beyond the campaign, the title offers several additional game modes to further engage players. The Countdown mode challenges them to race against the clock, with each successful card placement granting additional time. This mode is praised for its intense, high-stakes gameplay that requires quick thinking and efficient decision-making. The Skirmish mode, on the other hand, allows players to freely select the crews they want to use, providing an infinite playground to experiment with different combinations and strategies.
The combination of unlockable crews, dynamic table layouts, and leaderboard-driven modes encourages repeated playthroughs and a sense of ongoing progression and challenge. This has resonated with both casual solitaire fans and those seeking a more involved and strategic card game experience.