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Candy Crush Solitaire adds a sugary dusting of King\'s flagship franchise to the classic card game

Author : Oliver Feb 02,2025

Candy Crush Solitaire: A Sweet Twist on Classic Solitaire

King, the creators of Candy Crush Saga, are entering the solitaire card game arena with their new title, Candy Crush Solitaire, launching February 6th on iOS and Android. This move likely stems from the recent success of Balatro, a popular roguelike poker game. Instead of simply copying the formula, King is cleverly integrating their signature Candy Crush elements into the classic tripeaks solitaire gameplay.

Expect familiar boosters, blockers, and a progression system reminiscent of the match-three series. Pre-registration is now open on both platforms, offering exclusive in-game rewards including a unique card back, 5,000 coins, four undos, two fish cards, and three color bomb cards.

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A Strategic Move for King?

King's reliance on the Candy Crush franchise is well-documented. While they haven't extensively explored diverse game genres, Candy Crush Solitaire represents a calculated step into new territory. The game's appeal to a broader, potentially older audience, aligns well with Candy Crush's established player base, unlike the more niche appeal of Balatro. The proven success of solitaire as a classic game genre likely played a significant role in this decision.

Before the release of Candy Crush Solitaire, consider exploring our curated list of top 25 puzzle games for Android and iOS.