Play the card game "Thirty One" against up to 8 computer opponents

Thirty One Deluxe, that's the card game "Thirty One". It is similar to "31", "Big Tonka", "Nickel Nock", "Scat", "Blitz", or the German card game "Schwimmen". In "Thirty One Deluxe" you play the game exactly as you like it:

✓ Play against up to eight computer opponents

✓ Change the rules of the game as you know it

✓ Choose one of three difficulty levels

✓ See statistics about your achievements

✓ Use intutitive controls

✓ Enjoy the beautifully arranged graphics and the ingenious sound effects

✓ Read the tips on the rules during the course of the game

Here are the rules of the game again in case you don‘t remember them all:

Your goal is to score as many points as possible with a hand of three cards. In doing so, an ace counts eleven, king, queen and jack count 10, and the other cards count face value. You can add up the score of the single cards, if the cards are of the same suit. The highest score possible amounts to 31, which is called a "blitz". It can be achieved, for example, by an ace, a king and a ten of the same suit. Besides, three cards of the same rank (e. g. three jacks) count as a score of 30 ½.

At first, the dealer chooses to put her cards face-up on the table or to keep her cards. In the first case she gets new cards from the stack. In the second case she puts three new cards from the stack on the table.

Then the game starts. The players take turns and have the following options:

• Discard one card to the table and pick up one card from the table (choose this option by using drag and drop)

• Pick up all cards from the table and discard all your cards to the table (Button "Swap all")

• Do nothing (Button "Pass")

• "Knock". The other players have one more turn each and then the game ends.

If all players choose "pass", new cards are drawn from the stock to the table.

The game ends immediately, if one player’s score is 31 (blitz) or if one player holds three aces.

Finally all players show their hands. The player with the lowest score loses the game. If more than one player have the same lowest score, each of them loses. But if one of the players with the lowest score has knocked, only this one loses the game. If one player holds 3 aces, all other players lose the game regardless of their score.

At the start of a series each player has three tokens. If a player loses a game, she also loses a token. Only in the special case of two players playing the game and one of them having three aces, the loser of the game has to give up two tokens. When a player has lost all of her tokens, she continues to play on a "free ride". Losing again, she is eliminated from the series. The last remaining player in the series has won the series. If she still owns all three of her tokens, she has "won with crown".

What's New in the Latest Version 3.2.3

Last updated on Jun 19, 2024

Small improvements and bug fixes

Thirty-One Deluxe is a captivating card game that combines strategy, skill, and a touch of luck. Played with a standard 52-card deck, it pits players against each other in a race to reach the elusive score of 31.

Gameplay:

Each player starts with three cards. The remaining deck is placed face down in the middle to form the "kitty." The player with the lowest-value card reveals it, setting the "kitty card." Players take turns drawing either the top card from the deck or the kitty card.

The goal is to collect combinations of cards that add up to 31 or as close to it as possible. Combinations can include:

* Pairs: Two cards of the same rank

* Runs: Three or more cards in sequence (e.g., 5-6-7)

* Sets: Three or more cards of the same suit

Scoring:

* Thirty-One: A hand that totals exactly 31 points earns 10 points.

* Close to Thirty-One: A hand within 1 point of 31 (30 or 32) earns 5 points.

* Kitty Close to Thirty-One: If the kitty card is used to form a close to thirty-one combination, an additional 5 points are awarded.

* Pairs: A pair of Aces earns 2 points; all other pairs earn 1 point.

* Runs: Runs of 3 cards earn 3 points; runs of 4 cards earn 4 points; runs of 5 cards earn 5 points.

* Sets: Sets of 3 cards earn 3 points; sets of 4 cards earn 4 points; sets of 5 cards earn 5 points.

Strategy:

Thirty-One Deluxe requires careful strategy and risk assessment. Players must weigh the potential benefits of drawing cards against the risk of going over 31 and losing points.

* Early Game: Focus on collecting low-value cards to build runs and sets. Avoid drawing too many high-value cards, as they can easily push you over 31.

* Mid Game: As the game progresses, assess your hand and consider whether to "go for broke" and draw for a high-scoring combination or play it safe and collect smaller points.

* End Game: In the final stages, the kitty card becomes crucial. Use it wisely to complete combinations and maximize your score.

Variations:

Thirty-One Deluxe has several variations, including:

* No Knock: Players cannot knock (declare they have reached 31) until they have drawn all three cards.

* Dealer Kitty: The dealer reveals the kitty card at the start of the game.

* Joker: A joker can be used as any card to complete combinations.

Conclusion:

Thirty-One Deluxe is a timeless card game that offers a blend of strategy, skill, and excitement. Its simple rules and flexible variations make it accessible to players of all levels, while its challenging gameplay keeps experienced players engaged. Whether played casually with friends or competitively in tournaments, Thirty-One Deluxe is a game that continues to captivate card enthusiasts around the world.