Having a simple deck of playing cards or some dice opens up a huge world of fun and challenging games that can be played pretty much anywhere, including a bar.
We have a ton of articles and resources about different types of card games, as well as games that can be played with dice and dominoes.
Playing a game of solitaire is a great way to relax, train your brain, and – frankly – kill some time. Most of us know how to play a game of solitaire on the computer or on our phones. But endless games on the computer can get old. And we could all use an extended … Read more
Learn how to play Spit, a fun, fast and simple 2-player card game that’s great for kids and adults. Spit is a shedding type game for two players. It requires a standard 52 playing card deck and is suitable for ages 8 and up. The objective of Spit is to be the one who loses … Read more
Hand and Foot is a much easier variation of the rummy-type card game Canasta. It requires 5-6 decks of standard playing cards and is suitable for ages 12 and up. Hand and Foot can be played by 2-6 people. It is most commonly played in teams of two. Like regular Canasta, the objective of Hand … Read more
Nerts, Pounce, or Peanuts, is a multi-player solitaire game. It requires a differently colored 52 card deck for each player and is suitable for ages 8 and up. In Nerts, Aces are low and Kings are high. The objective of Nerts is to play the most cards before someone finishes their Nerts pile. You’ll need … Read more
Slapjack, or Heart Attack, is a classic card matching game for 2 or more players. This fast and simple game requires a standard 52 playing card deck and is suitable for ages 5 and up. The objective of Slapjack is to be the one who first slaps any Jacks drawn. How to Play Slapjack Shuffle … Read more
Cards against Humanity, lovingly shortened to “CAH,” is one of the best-known card games in the current marketplace. Over the years, this game has reached a critical point in its popularity, attracting the attention of people all around the world. Why? Because CAH is nothing like any other card game you’ve played before. While we’ve … Read more
Win or lose, few card games offer as much casual fun as Gin Rummy. But if you want to take your play from friendly to competitive, you need to know proper Gin Rummy strategy to win consistently. This brief guide will walk you through the most common gin rummy tips and tricks to help you … Read more
Let’s get weird. Whatever is a party card game that pushes the limits in creating awkward confessions and embarrassing (and hilarious) situations among players. Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen a massive surge in the number of adult-themed card games on the market. Today, players can enjoy raunchy games of everything from Cards … Read more
These days, there seems to be an influx of bizarre party card games on the market for people who like to get creative with their game nights. We’ve got Cards Against Humanity, for those of you with a darker sense of humor, Fluxx for people who enjoy ever-changing rules with every deck, and now, even … Read more
Sick of playing King’s Cup every time you have a social gathering with friends? Thankfully King’s Cup isn’t the only drinking game you can play with a large group. Enter Ride the Bus. Ride the Bus is a fun drinking game that involves a combination of luck and logic to avoid becoming the unlucky player … Read more
Feel like building a unicorn army, betraying your friends, and having a lot of fun in the process? Then you’ll need to learn how to play unstable unicorns with us first. Unstable Unicorns is a card game designed by Rami Badie. Designed to appeal to the generation of card-game players in love with things like … Read more
Looking for a game that will satisfy your need for retro gaming nostalgia? Then you can’t go wrong with the Boss Monster card game. I actually had an opportunity to play this game a long time ago, back when it was just released after a successful Kickstarter funding session. I bought the game as a … Read more
Are you in the mood for a more relaxed evening? The Fox in the Forest from Foxtrot Games is a simple to learn card game for two players. Easy to set up, few rules to remember, but surprising amounts of strategic depth for its size – The Fox in the Forest is perfect for a … Read more
Defined as a game about “superpowers and super problems,” Superfight is probably one of the best-known card games in circulation today. If you haven’t heard of it yet, we’re going to assume you’ve been living under a rock, because it seems like this high-octane “what if” game is on everyone’s lips. If you’re looking for … Read more