PopCap releases Solitaire Blitz on Facebook

EA's PopCap Games has opened Solitaire Blitz to the public on Facebook this month.

The spin on the traditional game of Solitaire challenges players to match cards in 60-second bursts. Players set sail and collect sunken treasure as they complete rounds. A description of the game follows from PopCap:

What do a friendly mermaid, a seven-armed octopus, and a seahorse named Gene have in common? Besides being impossibly adorable, they all appear in PopCap's latest Facebook game, Solitaire Blitz™.

Dive into uncharted waters with Pearl, Noodles, and a host of other colorful characters on a treasure hunt for rare artwork and priceless antiques. Match cards quickly and score big to top the leaderboard, and share the wealth with friends. You've never played solitaire like this — it's a fast, fun, social event!

Will you set a new high score?

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