Explore our growing collection of classic card games—each with clear, beginner-friendly rules and strategies. Whether you’re learning for the first time or brushing up on old favorites, this alphabetical index is your quick guide to the best in traditional card play.
A–Z of Card Games
Burraco
A strategic partner game from Italy and South America where players meld runs and sets, racing to form powerful “burracos” and go out.
Canasta
A partnership-based rummy game using two decks, where players score points by forming melds and completing seven-card canastas.
Cribbage
A two-player game that mixes card combos and pegging on a board, aiming to reach 121 points through clever hand scoring and tactical play.
Crazy Eights
A fast-paced shedding game where wild eights change the suit and strategy, forming the basis of modern games like Uno.
Gin Rummy
A two-player rummy game focused on forming sets and runs while minimizing deadwood—ideal for quick, competitive matches.
Hearts
A trick-avoidance game where players dodge penalty cards like hearts and the Queen of Spades, or boldly “shoot the moon” for a comeback.