About Martin Petroff
Professional Solitaire Player & Founder of Solitaire Blog
Martin Petroff
Solitaire Expert • Game Analyst • Content CreatorHi, I'm Martin — a lifelong card game enthusiast and professional solitaire player who has spent years studying, playing, and reviewing solitaire games and platforms from around the world.
What started as a childhood hobby — shuffling a worn deck of cards at my grandmother's kitchen table — grew into a genuine passion and, eventually, a career. I have played thousands of games across hundreds of platforms, and I bring that hands-on experience to every review and article published on this blog.
My Solitaire Background
I specialize in classic patience games — Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, Pyramid, Yukon, and dozens of lesser-known variants. Over the years I have:
- Completed over 50,000 games across multiple platforms and variants
- Achieved a win rate above 85% in Klondike (3-card draw) through strategic play
- Solved over 10,000 FreeCell deals, including many classified as extremely difficult
- Tested and reviewed more than 60 solitaire websites and apps for usability, design, and game quality
- Written in-depth strategy guides trusted by players from beginner to advanced level
Why I Started Solitaire Blog
When I looked for reliable, in-depth information about solitaire websites, I found either outdated lists or generic reviews written by people who had clearly never played the games. I wanted something better — a resource built by a real player, for real players.
Solitaire Blog was born from that gap. Every review I publish is based on extensive personal testing. I evaluate each platform on game variety, design quality, mobile experience, performance, fairness of ads, and the overall feel of actually playing there. I don't accept payment for positive reviews.
My Review Methodology
Hands-On Testing
I play each platform extensively before writing a review — typically 20+ games across different variants.
Cross-Device Testing
I test every site on both desktop and mobile to give you an accurate picture of the mobile experience.
Performance Metrics
Page load speed is measured using PageSpeed Insights and reflected in the Page Load Speed score on each review.
No Paid Placements
Ratings reflect my genuine experience. No website pays to appear on this blog or receive a higher score.
Beyond the Cards
When I'm not playing or writing about solitaire, I enjoy board games, puzzle books, and teaching card games to anyone who will sit still long enough to learn. I believe card games are one of the most underrated ways to sharpen logical thinking and stay mentally active at any age.
If you have questions about a game, a website review, or just want to talk solitaire strategy, this blog is the right place. Welcome — and may your deals always be winnable.