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Friday, August 14th, 2009

Wiliam Hill Gin Rummy is the latest addition to the the William Hill online casino.  The Gin Rummy Room is new to the skills area of their online casino and all new players get a £20 sign up bonus.  Other games in the skills section include Poker Dice, Backgammon, Domino Duel and multiplayer blackjack.  They host weekly tournaments and there are even small tournaments that are player every night of the week.  The Gin Rummy community on this website is the second largest community and every Friday they have a Gin Rummy Tournament where you can win £500.

William Hill prides itself on having great customer service, fast payouts, and top of the range technology for their website.  The Gin Rummy section is for both beginners and enthusiasts and all the players will appreciate the real life feel that you are presented with at the tables.  The speed of this website is amazing too and you can arrange set of 10 cards faster than you can in real life.  This helps to make the games even faster and takes your gaming skills to a whole new level.

If you love Rummy then playing Gin Rummy has never been easier.  At the William Hill Gin Rummy room you can play straight from your browser.  This means that there are no files to download and all you need is an account with William Hill casino and internet connection.  If you are new to the William Hill casino you will get a £20 free signup bonus which will allow you to test out their Gin Rummy platform before you have to deposit any money into your account.

William Hill is one of the biggest and the most profitable bookmakers in the UK and when you play at their online casino you are assured of their integrity and securtiy.  They are also extremelhy reliable.  Their Gin Rummy tourmanets are extremely successful and a great way to interact with other Gin Rummy enthusiasts.

Until next time,

Deal Those Cards,

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Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

In order to give you the best advice when it comes to Gin Rummy you will first need to learn how to play Gin Rummy.  Gin rummy uses a standard pack of 52 cards and each player is dealt one of their cards face up to start the game.  The player with the highest value will start first and the play goes clockwise around the table.  The purpose of the game is to build melds and combination by picking up and discarding cards when it is your turn.  You win by calling Gin, knocking, or undercutting.

Building a strategy for gin rummy can be quite complex but there are a few thing that you can try. The first thing is to remember that because only one deck of cards is used you should be able to keep track of the cards that have been used.  By following the cards that have been used you will be able to choose your melds and combinations easier.  You should also try to draw from the stock pile more so than the discard pile as this will keep your opponents guessing as to what cards you are looking for.  You should also try to keep an eye on the cards your opponent picks up from the discard pile as this will give you an insight into what they are trying to build.  If your opponents are seasoned players they may try to discard their high cards so that they can lower their deadwood count.  You can take advantage of this by working on building high card melds and combinations.

If the game is dragging on and you are finding it difficult to build melds and combinations then it is a good idea to try to discard of your higher cards so that if you end up knocking you won’t be beaten by your opponents undercutting you.

By playing regularly and improving your strategies you will be well on your way to taking part in many of the online rummy tournaments that are available.  These tournaments can win you large sums of money if you know how to play your cards right.

Until next time,

Deal Those Cards,

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Thursday, July 30th, 2009

In the last post we explored the objective of Rummy and in today’s post I am going to explain how to play the different variations of rummy. The first variation is Gin Rummy.

Gin Rummy is a classic variation of this skill based card game. Gin rummy is very easy to both learn and play and it is a relatively quick and exciting game too. The winner is the first person to dispose of all his cards at once. This move is called Gin. There is another way of winning and this is called knocking. This is where you dispose of all your cards at once and making sure that your deadwood is less than 10. If your opponents deadwood is less than your when you knock then they will undercut you and they win.

Oklahoma Gin is a variant on Gin rummy. This game is for two to four players. With 2 players each gets 10 cards, more than 2 players each gets 7 cards. The object of this game is to form as many melds as you can. This game is won in the same way as Gin rummy.

Kalooki 51 is next. This variation of rummy uses jokers as wild cards. These help to spice things up and provide players with a number of opportunities to use their skills. In this variation the melds a player creates must reach a total of 51 or more before they can be laid down. The winner is the first person to dispose of all of his cards at once which is called a Hunt. You can also win by going out which is where you dispose of your cards by gradually melding and building.

Kalooki 40 is the British version of Kalooki 51. In this variant melds must reach a total of 40 or more. Another rule in this game which adds more excitement is that it players are not allowed to pick up from the discard pile without laying down one or more melds. Winning is the same as Kalooki 51.

Traditional rummy is based on all the variants and the winner is the first player to dispose of all their cards at once. This move is called going rummy. Another way to win this game is to be the first person to get rid of all his cards gradually which is known as going out. In traditional rummy there is no restriction on when you can lay down melds or add matching cards to your existing melds.

That’s it, how to play and win at all rummy variations.

Until next time,

Deal those cards,

Monday, July 20th, 2009

Gin Rummy is a variation on the traditional rummy game and it is a game for 2 players only. In order to win you must get 100 or 250 points. There are a number of ways of getting this score and the first one I want to tell you about is going gin.

Going gin is probably the most difficult scoring method and you can do this by putting all your cards into combinations. If you can do this you will receive 25 points plus the sum of whatever your opponent has failed to put into combinations often referred to as deadwood.

Even if you intend on going gin you must pick up or discard a card before doing so.

The next method is called knocking. This method can be used instead of putting all your cards into combinations. If you have put all your cards into combinations but some remain and the value of them is less than 10 you can knock and then place your cards down on the table.

Once you knock play stops. Your score is then calculated from your deadwood cards. If your opponents deadwood is greater than yours you get the difference between the two. Sometimes however you opponent can outdo you when you knock because there are additional ways that he can get rid of his/her deadwood. Your opponent can add his loose cards to your combinations and this can further reduce his score. If his score is less than yours he gets the points.

Oklahoma Gin is a little bit different and in this game you can only knock if your deadwood cards are less than or equal to the initial upcard. If the upcard happened to be an ace then knocking is not allowed and you can only go out by going Gin.

When it comes to knocking you should try to do it early in the game because the longer the games goes on the harder it will be to win when knocking.

That’s really all there is to it so be sure to practice your strategies and get ready to go online and win some cash rewards for playing online Gin Rummy.

Until Next Time,

Deal Those Cards

Thursday, July 16th, 2009

In order to play online rummy all you really need is a computer and an internet connection. There are plenty of online rummy websites but the most popular is Rummy Royal.

Playing online rummy allows you to play your favorite card game and interact with people from around the globe. Online rummy also has the advantage in that you can play any time you want, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are also a number of variations to online rummy and at your chosen online rummy website you can play them all.

One of the main reasons that online rummy has become so popular is that online rummy websites allow you to bet and win money for the game you enjoy playing. If you are a rummy expert then this could be some easy cash. If you are just beginning then the free online rummy games will help you to learn the ropes first before you start betting.

By playing the free online rummy games you will be able to learn plenty of strategies and these will also help to increase your chance of winning. Once you have discovered your winning tactics you can take part in some of the great online rummy tournaments that are held. Royal Rummy recently held a great rummy tournament where they awarded $10,000 in cash to the winner.

Royal Rummy is the most popular online rummy website and they offer some great bonuses for new players. They also host some excellent tournaments and prize games that everyone will enjoy playing.
As I mentioned, online rummy has a number of variations and these include Gin Rummy, Oklahoma Gin, Kalooki51, Rummy 500, Canasta, and a couple more. Each of these games will require different strategies and skills in order to win and in upcoming posts I will be explaining all these variations and providing you with some great tips to help increase your winnings.

Until next time,

Deal Those Cards

Wednesday, July 15th, 2009

Rummy has been around for centuries. It is a very common card game and there are a number of different variations. The most popular variation is Gin Rummy. People from all over the world play this card game and the introduction of online rummy has made this even easier.

The most popular site for people to play online rummy is Rummy Royal and this website has monopolized the online rummy industry for quite some time. They offer their players free online rummy games 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you want to play for real money then you can do this too and get a $200 bonus when you deposit your first cash amount.

Gin rummy is simple to learn and there are plenty of websites that offer free guides. The objective of this card game is the get runs or sets of cards which you then proceed to meld. You can meld your cards at any stage of the hand once it is your turn. At the end of the game players that have cards remaining will have them counted against their total points so it really is advisable to meld your sets and runs whenever possible.

If playing rummy online is something that interests you then I would suggest that you do some research first and get yourself some general strategies and tips so that you are in with a chance of winning especially if tournaments are something that interests you too.

Online rummy is a great way to relax and have fun and if poker isn’t your thing then rummy may well be. It is a lot friendlier than poker which is a good thing especially if you want to socialise too.

There are five different types of online rummy that you can play and like I mentioned, you will need to know the basics and have some strategies in mind before you start playing for cash. Be sure to practice and of course keep an eye on this blog for the best tips and news relating to online rummy.

Until next time,

Deal Those Cards

Monday, July 6th, 2009

Some people are too intimidated to try Rummy variants that they may have never played before. There are plenty of die hard Gin Rummy players who have never tried Kalooki, Oklahoma, or other Rummy games. What they may not realize, though, is that even though there are plenty of differences in the various Rummy games, there are also plenty of similarities. For example, you always have the choice of either picking up a card from the stock pile or from the discard pile and for almost all of the Rummy games, if you choose a card from the discard pile, while not always advised, you can hold on to it until you get the rest of your set or run. The difference is in the game of Kalooki 40, where any card picked up from the discard pile must be played in a meld immediately, which is a nice change because you don’t have to be bothered with remembering what your opponents are holding.

The point is, though, that many of the Rummy online games operate in much the same way. They just have a few differences to keep the game exciting. Some of the games will let you play your cards on your opponent’s melds and there are various ways of doing this as well. Oklahoma Rummy gives you the chance to undercut when your opponent knocks so you can still win even when you aren’t the first to lay your cards down.

Rummy Royal has all of your favorite Rummy games with complete instructions for each of them so you never have to feel lost. If you’re new to the game, take a few minutes to acquaint yourself with the rules by playing for free and before you know it, you’ll feel confident enough to wager in any of the most popular Rummy games.

Friday, June 19th, 2009

Your first goal when playing Gin Rummy is to meld, or lay down your cards. Your initial meld will either be a set or a run. A run is made by laying down cards that are sequential, such as 2, 3, 4. In addition, these cards must be all the same suit. A set is simply a set of cards with matching numbers or values. For example, three 4’s is a set. One distinct advantage of playing Rummy online is that with a click of a mouse, your cards will be instantly sorted instead of having to do it yourself and running the risk of overlooking something.

Deadwood is another popular Gin Rummy term that you will want to know. Deadwood is comprised of the cards in your hand that don’t fit with the other cards and this is where you really want to be careful because if you’re caught with those cards when another player goes out, they’ll count against you. For this reason, it is advisable to get rid of your highest value deadwood cards first. For example, if you’re holding a 3, an 8, and a King that don’t match any of the cards in your hand, it is advisable to discard the King because it has a point value of 10, and will hurt you the most should the game end before your next turn.

There are a lot more Rummy terms you will want to become familiar with and we will introduce more of them as we go along. We’ll also talk about various game playing strategies and how you can strengthen your Rummy game. Until then, practice makes perfect and remember, look for the bonuses at Rummy Royal!

Thursday, June 18th, 2009

It may take a little while to find just the right place to play Rummy online. While there are many different Rummy rooms on the Internet, not all of them are created equally. You’ll want to ensure that the place where you play Rummy has a user friendly interface, runs smoothly, and has plenty of technical support should you ever need it.

In addition, many of the online Rummy sites, like Rummy Royal, offer deposit bonuses and other bonuses as well. This can significantly impact your gaming bankroll so keep your eye out for bonuses. In fact, Rummy Royal offers a No Deposit Bonus of $5 so you can start playing there right off the bat without even making a deposit. That way, you can try some of the real money game play for free to make sure you like the site before you lay out your hard earned money.

Rummy Royal also offers a deposit bonus of 100% up to a certain limit so keep this in mind also. Imagine, doubling your bankroll before you even get started playing Gin Rummy! You’ll also like the Refer a Friend Bonus at Rummy Royal. Bring a friend along to the game and you will receive a $50 bonus while your friend will receive a $25 bonus. In addition, Rummy Royal regularly holds special events where you can win extra prize money and they have a loyalty program where you can win exciting prizes.

Before you choose the site where you will play Rummy online, try Rummy Royal by taking advantage of the No Deposit Bonus of $5. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain, so sign up today and start playing right away!

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Even if you’re an old hand at playing Gin Rummy offline, playing online is a whole new card game, especially when you’re playing for money. While playing Gin Rummy for money certainly adds a new level of excitement to the game, if you’re new at playing online Rummy, you may want to take some time to make sure you are totally familiar with how the game works and to practice the online version of the game.

Most Gin Rummy sites, like Rummy Royal, offer a practice portal that is identical to the real money games. This way, you get the feel of actually playing for money without risking anything and as soon as you’re comfortable with the software and the rules of the game, you can switch over to the real money Gin Rummy portal.

One of the biggest differences in playing Gin Rummy online and playing at your kitchen table is the timer feature. If you don’t take your turn before the allotted time runs out, you will lose it. This can be difficult to get used to at first, but within a few hands you’ll be playing like an old pro.

Another, more exciting way you can hone your Gin Rummy skills without risking any of your own money is by participating in Rummy “Freerolls.” Freerolls are tournaments that online Rummy sites like Rummy Royal offer to their new and loyal players. Players have the chance to win real money without risking any of their own and they get a lesson in tournament play, which can be valuable practice for the new online Gin Rummy player.

If this is your first time to play online Gin Rummy, go on over to Rummy Royal and sign up for a free account. This will allow you to play as many practice games as you choose and it will also allow you to participate in the Freeroll tournaments. Good luck and have fun!

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