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Tunisian Rummy - Game Rules

Overview

Tunisian Rummy is a 4-player card game played with two standard decks plus 4 jokers (108 cards total). The objective is to be the first player to empty your hand by forming valid melds.

Players & Setup

  • Players: 4 players
  • Cards: 2 standard 52-card decks + 4 Jokers = 108 cards
  • Deal: Each player receives 14 cards
  • Turn Order: Anti-clockwise (right to left)

Card Values

Card Points
A (in ascending run) 1
A (in descending run) 10
2-9 Face value
10, J, Q, K 10
Joker 10

Turn Structure

Each turn consists of:

  1. Draw Phase: Draw one card from either:

    • The face-down deck, OR
    • The top card of the discard pile

  2. Meld Phase (optional): Form and lay down valid melds

  3. Discard Phase: Discard one card to the discard pile

Melds

Types of Melds

  1. Run (Sequence): 3 or more consecutive cards of the same suit

    • Example: 5♥ 6♥ 7♥ or 10♠ J♠ Q♠ K♠
    • Runs can be ascending (A-2-3...) or descending (...Q-K-A)

  2. Set (Group): 3 or 4 cards of the same rank but different suits

    • Example: 7♥ 7♦ 7♣ or K♠ K♥ K♦ K♣

Jokers

  • Jokers are wild cards and can substitute for any card in a meld
  • Worth 10 points each

Opening

Before laying down any melds, a player must open:

  • Opening Requirement: First melds must total at least 71 points
  • Once opened, a player can lay down any valid meld on subsequent turns

Special Rule: Drawing from Discard Pile

If you draw from the discard pile before opening, you must use that card in your opening melds in the same turn. Otherwise, return it to the discard pile and pass your turn.

Winning

  • The first player to discard their last card wins the round
  • The game ends immediately when a player empties their hand

Strategy Tips

  1. Save Jokers: They're worth 10 points and very flexible
  2. Watch the Discard Pile: Track what cards other players discard
  3. Plan Your Opening: Aim for 71+ points before attempting to open
  4. Manage Your Hand: Keep potential melds together
  5. Discard High Cards: If stuck, discard high-value cards to minimize penalty

Multiplayer Mode

Creating a Game

  • Select "Play with Friends"
  • Share the generated Game ID with friends

Joining a Game

  • Enter the Game ID shared by the host
  • Wait in the lobby until all 4 players join

Game Start

  • The game automatically starts when 4 players have joined
  • The host (first player to join) goes first

Enjoy your game of Tunisian Rummy!