Skat, the most popular card game in Germany, now live with thousands of players.

Skat Palace – Play a fun game of Skat live against real players.

Skat is the smart classic with German roots – for solo pros! Comparable to games such as Pinochle, Spades, and Doppelkopf, Skat requires tactical and deductive skills. You can now experience the popular card game online and for free in the largest online card game community.

Whether you are a hardcore fan or a casual player, with us, you will always find an opponent at eye level. The joy of playing cards is our priority, and we invite you over to our card tables!

LIVE CARD GAME EXPERIENCE

- Play live against real opponents at any time.

- Experience an active community of players.

- Chat with other card game fans.

EASY TO PLAY

- No need to register; just start playing.

- Enjoy direct play thanks to automatic player search.

- Make use of the handy bidding calculator in the game.

SKAT, AS YOU KNOW IT

- Use original Skat playing cards or house cards with optimized legibility.

- Choose your card deck: French, Tournament, German, …

- Discover various special rules: Ramsch, Patrols, Tournament Scoring, and many more.

- Play with classic Skat rules or according to your personal preferences.

FAIR-PLAY COMES FIRST

- We provide constant support by our customer service team.

- Our card shuffling is independently tested and reliable.

- The privacy settings in the Skat Palace are flexibly adjustable.

HOBBY CARD GAME

- Gain experience and level up.

- Forget the stress and exercise your memory and tactics with Skat.

- Make your way through the league up to the top 10.

- In tournaments and at long-lasting tables, you can boost your endurance.

HOW TO PLAY SKAT

In the trick-taking game of Skat, a round consists of two phases: bidding and playing tricks. The bidding determines the declarer who is allowed to pick up the two remaining cards – the skat – and decides the conditions of trick-taking. This is followed by the actual trick-taking, in which you aim to win as many valuable cards as possible. When all cards have been played, evaluation ensues: If the declarer wins, they receive points resulting from the game value. For a lost game, however, double the game value is deducted.

🔍 Learn more about us and our games:

https://www.palace-of-cards.com/

NOTE:

You can download this app for free. It is permanently completely free to play. However, you can purchase optional game enhancements such as game chips, premium membership, and special playing cards within the game.

The game requires an active internet connection.

By downloading the app, you agree to our terms and conditions and our privacy policy.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

https://www.skat-palast.de/terms-conditions/

PRIVACY POLICY:

https://www.skat-palast.de/privacy-policy-apps/

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

If you need help, feel free to contact our friendly customer service:

Skat is mainly intended for an adult audience. According to German law, Skat is not a gambling game. In our app, there is no real money and no real prizes to win. Practice or success in casino games without real winnings ("Social Casino Games") does not imply future success in games for real money.

Skat Palace is a product by Spiele-Palast GmbH (Palace of Cards). Playing with family, friends, or dedicated groups is one of the favorite pastimes for many people! Our mission is to give this joy of playing a digital home at the Palace of Cards and build a lively community of players through high-quality implementations of online card games.

♣️ ♥️ We wish you a good hand ♠️ ♦️

Your Skat Palace Team

What's New in the Latest Version 2024.3.0

Last updated on Jun 22, 2024

Thanks for playing in the Palace! We have been hard at work improving our game. In case of questions or problems with this version please write an email to , we will gladly assist you with any issue.

New in this version:
- Added a new player invite system including rewards.
- Fixed rare issues with invisible cards.
- Addressed issues regarding ad banner placement.
- Improved currency display in the shop.

Skat is a classic 3-player trick-taking card game of German origin, highly regarded for its strategic depth and intricate bidding system. The standard Skat deck comprises 32 cards, consisting of 7s through Aces of each of the four suits: Clubs, Spades, Hearts, and Diamonds. One player, the declarer, plays against the other two, who form a temporary partnership. The core objective for the declarer is to win a majority of card points (at least 61 out of 120 total). The game begins with a deal, followed by a bidding phase called the "auction" or "reizen." This is where players vie for the right to be the declarer and choose the trump suit or declare a "Grand" game, where only the Jacks are trumps. The bidding value is calculated based on the chosen trump suit and various game modifiers, influencing the potential win or loss for the declarer.

After the auction, the declarer picks up the "Skat," two face-down cards set aside during the deal. They can either keep these cards, potentially improving their hand, or discard them, strategically influencing the point count in the final tally. The declarer then announces their game, which dictates the trump suit and any special game variants. Gameplay involves leading and following suit, with trumps overpowering non-trump cards. The declarer must strategically manage their hand, taking tricks and accumulating points. The defending team works together to prevent the declarer from reaching the 61-point threshold. Skat requires a strong understanding of card probabilities, strategic card play, and effective communication between the defenders. The complexity of the bidding system and the numerous game variations make Skat a challenging but rewarding game for experienced card players.