Sheng Ji

Sheng Ji: A Guide to Rules, Instructions & Winning Strategy Introduction Sheng Ji, also known as “Promotion”, is a popular trick-taking card game that originated in China. Its name literally translates to “Upgrading Game” in English, suggesting the game’s objective of accumulating points to advance or “upgrade” levels. It’s a game that requires strategy, skill, […]

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Short Schafkopf

Short Schafkopf: Rules, Strategy and Winning Instructions for the Bavarian card game Introduction Short Schafkopf is a variant of the traditional Bavarian card game, Schafkopf (which is sometimes referred to as “True Schafkopf”). Played with a deck of 24 German cards, Short Schafkopf is a game of strategy, skill, and a little bit of luck. […]

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Schieber

Schieber: Learn Strategy, Rules & Instructions Introduction Schieber is a popular variant of the Swiss card game Jass (often considered the national card game of Switzerland). Played with a deck of 36 cards, Schieber is a game of strategy and skill that can be enjoyed by 2 to 4 players. I find it plays best […]

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Rummy

Rummy: A Guide to Rules, Strategy & Instructions for the iconic card game Introduction Rummy – this classic card game, with its roots in the 18th century, is a blend of strategy, skill, and a bit of luck. It’s played with a standard deck of 52 cards and can be enjoyed by 2 to 6 […]

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Pitch

Pitch: Understanding Rules, Instructions & Winning Strategy Introduction Pitch is a classic trick-taking card game, also known as Setback, and has been around for centuries still enjoyed by many today. Pitch is played with a standard 52-card deck and can accommodate 2 to 7 players, which I find makes it a versatile choice for game […]

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Pók

The Art of Pók: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction As an avid card game enthusiast and amateur game historian, I’ve always been fascinated by the rich tapestry of games that have been woven throughout history. One such game that has caught my attention is Pók. Originating from Hungary, Pók is a trick-taking card game that requires […]

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Quadrille

Quadrille: An overview of Strategy, Rules & Playing Instructions Introduction Quadrille, which originated in the 18th century, is a trick-taking card game typically played by four players in two partnerships. It uses a standard 52-card deck, but only 40 cards are used in the game, with the 2s through 6s removed. Originating in France, the […]

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Quodlibet

Quodlibet: Winning Strategy, Rules & Instructions Introduction Quodlibet, whose name is derived from Latin and means “what pleases”, is a game of strategy and skill. It’s played with a standard 52-card deck and can accommodate between 2 to 6 players. The game is designed to accommodate a variety of group sizes, though in my experience […]

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Ristikontra

Ristikontra: A quick ref guide to Instructions, Rules & Winning Strategy Introduction Ristikontra, originating from Finland, is a trick-taking game that requires some strategy and a good understanding of the rules. The game is played with a standard 52-card deck and can accommodate 4 players. Similar to other trick-taking games, the objective in Ristikontra is […]

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Piquet

Piquet: A Reference Guide to Rules, Instructions & Winning Strategies Introduction Piquet is a two-player card game that has captivated my interest for as long as I can remember. It is a game that has been played for centuries, dating back to the 16th century to be precise. This makes it one of the oldest […]

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