Number of decks: 4 half decks, each one of them with cards of two suits only (104 cards in all)
Playing time per game: From 5 to 10 minutes.
Requires skill or chance: Medium skill required.
Rules complexity: Medium complexity of the rules.
Odds of winning: OftenThis page on CoolOldGames.com has very detailed information Spider Solitaire type games. It will help you understand the game even better.