Draw and discard to organize your hand into melds of runs and sets, then knock once your unmatched cards add up to ten points or fewer. Score the difference in deadwood against your opponent, or go gin by melding every card for a bonus.
How to play Gin Rummy
- Draw a card from the stock or the discard pile
- Form runs of the same suit or sets of matching ranks
- Discard one card to end your turn
- Knock when your deadwood totals 10 or less, or go gin with none
Tips & strategy
- Hold cards that can extend into runs and sets two ways
- Watch which cards your opponent picks up to avoid feeding their melds
- Knock early when ahead rather than chasing a risky gin
Controls: Tap or click to draw, select, and discard cards.
Gin Rummy — FAQ
What does going gin mean?
It means melding all ten cards with zero deadwood for a bonus score.
Can I play Gin Rummy with two people?
Yes, it is a head-to-head game for 2 players.
