Why play Beetle?
Beetle is a Spider-style tableau game with broad movement freedom but strict rewards for building clean suited runs.
Rules overview
Columns build downward by rank regardless of suit, but only same-suit sequences can move as groups and complete King-to-Ace suited runs clear from the board.
Strategy tips
- Organize suits early so moveable groups become longer over time.
- Avoid stacking in ways that create visually useful but unsplittable mixed runs.
- Treat stock deals as commitment points, not casual resets.
Need more detail? Read the Beetle strategy guide.