Continental Rummy (2 player card game)

Objective: Continental Rummy is a variation of traditional rummy where players aim to form sets and runs of cards in their hand and on the table.

Setup:

1. Use two standard decks of cards (104 cards total), including jokers.
2. Remove all cards from 2 to 8 from both decks, leaving 96 cards.
3. Shuffle the decks together and deal 13 cards to each player.
4. Place the remaining cards face down to form the draw pile and flip the top card face up to start the discard pile.

Gameplay:

1. Player 1’s Turn:

   • Player 1 begins their turn by either drawing the top card from the draw pile or taking the top card from the discard pile.
   • If Player 1 takes the top discard, they must use it to form a set or run immediately.
   • After drawing or taking a card, Player 1 may lay down any valid sets or runs they have in their hand.
   • Finally, Player 1 discards one card onto the discard pile to end their turn.

2. Player 2’s Turn:

   • Player 2 follows the same process as Player 1, drawing or taking a card, laying down sets or runs, and then discarding.
   • Play continues alternately between Player 1 and Player 2.

3. Forming Sets and Runs:

   • Sets: Three or more cards of the same rank (e.g., 3 of hearts, 3 of diamonds, 3 of clubs).
   • Runs: Three or more consecutive cards of the same suit (e.g., 4, 5, 6 of hearts).
   • Players can lay down sets or runs during their turn if they meet the requirements.

4. Going Out:

   • To go out, a player must have all their cards in valid sets or runs, leaving no cards in hand.
   • The first player to go out wins the round.

Scoring:

• At the end of each round, the winner scores points based on the cards left in the opponent’s hand:
  • Face cards (Jacks, Queens, Kings): 10 points each
  • Number cards: Face value
  • Jokers: 15 points each
• The game continues for a predetermined number of rounds, and the player with the lowest total score wins.

Adaptation for 2 Players:

• In this adaptation, the game is played with two players taking turns drawing, laying down sets or runs, and discarding.
• The deck size is adjusted to accommodate two players, and the rules are modified accordingly.

Summary: Continental Rummy has been adapted into a 2 player card game where players aim to form sets and runs and be the first to go out. With slight modifications to the rules and deck size, Continental Rummy offers an engaging experience for two players.