King, the interactive entertainment company renowned for its global hit franchise Candy Crush®, has unveiled Candy Crush Solitaire™ on mobile devices worldwide. The new game offers a modern take on the classic card game, blending the timeless appeal of solitaire with the colourful, vibrant world of Candy Crush.
Candy Crush Solitaire combines the familiar mechanics of the popular TriPeaks solitaire variant with innovative gameplay and a variety of challenging levels. Players will encounter exciting puzzles as they progress through the game, all while being immersed in the sensory world of Candy Crush with its whimsical visuals and delightful rewards.
Beloved characters from the Candy Crush universe accompany players on a sweet journey around the world. Along the way, players collect Candified postcards and earn tasty in-game rewards, adding an extra layer of fun and incentive. One of the key features of the game is the new “Hold Slot,” which allows players to set aside cards for later use, providing a strategic advantage as they work their way through tricky levels. Another familiar feature, the Candy Color Bomb, has been reimagined as a card booster, providing players with powerful abilities to conquer difficult challenges.
Tjodolf Sommestad, President of King, expressed excitement about the new launch, saying, “We’re excited to take a timeless card game like solitaire and reimagine it through the lens of the iconic Candy Crush brand. The launch of Candy Crush Solitaire marks an important step in King’s strategy to expand our portfolio by combining classic gameplay with our expertise in creating immersive, player-focused mobile experiences.”
The launch of Candy Crush Solitaire also expands the Candy Crush franchise, which has become a mobile gaming phenomenon since the release of Candy Crush Saga. The game, which continues to be the highest-grossing mobile game of all time in the Western world, has captivated millions with over 18,000 levels and its innovative match-3 gameplay. The addition of Candy Crush Solitaire highlights King’s commitment to evolving the franchise and bringing fresh experiences to its loyal player base.
Since 2023, King has been part of the Microsoft family, and the company’s new solitaire game has garnered praise from Paul Jensen, General Manager of Casual Games at Microsoft. He said, “As the most popular card game of all time, Microsoft solitaire is hugely special to us at Microsoft. We’re thrilled to see King create an exciting new twist to solitaire as the newest addition to King’s widely loved Candy Crush franchise. This launch is an exciting milestone as we look to bring more choice and innovation to the mobile gaming market together.”
With its fresh take on a classic card game, Candy Crush Solitaire is poised to captivate both long-time fans of the Candy Crush franchise and solitaire enthusiasts alike. This launch marks a new chapter in King’s ongoing efforts to expand its gaming portfolio and provide even more ways for players to engage with the mobile games they love.
