There are three different types of Conquain Group Rummy including Pitty Pat, Panguingue, and Conquian. All of these gaming variants are rooted in western versions of Rummy. Conquian games, the objective is to create melds, but the methods of discarding and drawing cards is different than those in traditional rummy games. (more…)

With contract rummy games, the goal of every player is quite similar to the objective of players who partake of traditional rummy. In contract rummy games, players are dealt cards and in every deal, the first meld that every player makes has to conform to a pre-established game contract. Usually, the gaming contract increases in difficult as the game proceeds. (more…)

There are two types of manipulation rummy games you can enjoy, although they are called by several different names. Manipulation rummy games are sometimes called Shanghai, Vatikan, or Carousel games, and there is a Sabra style manipulation variant called Rummikub®. All of these games involve the act of discarding cards or tiles through the formation of melds or card sets. Existing melds in these types of games can be rearranged or manipulated so that you can make new melds by integrating the cards you hold in your hand. (more…)

Okey is a rummy card variant that takes a considerable amount of strategy and skill. Our most important tip is to practice a lot with willing partners. The more you play, the more you can maintain a focus and hone your rummy game play strategy for a successful Okey game outcome. (more…)