Learn to Play Polish Poker: Rules & Tips
| Players | 2-6 Players |
| Difficulty | 3/10 |
| Recommended Age | 10+ |
| Game Category | Rummy |
Polish Poker Game Overview
Polish Poker is a popular card game that is played with a standard deck of 52 cards. It is a fun and exciting game that is easy to learn and can be played by people of all ages. The game is a combination of poker and rummy, and the objective is to make the best five-card hand possible.
The game is played with two to six players, and each player is dealt five cards. The remaining cards are placed in a draw pile, and the top card is turned over to start the discard pile. The game is played in rounds, and the player with the best hand at the end of the round wins.
Objective of the Game
The object of the game is to make the best five-card hand possible. Players can do this by either drawing a card from the draw pile or picking up the top card from the discard pile. Once a player has a hand they are happy with, they can knock on the table to signal the end of the round. The other players then have one more turn to improve their hand before the round ends.
Materials Needed for Playing Polish Poker
- A standard deck of 52 cards
- A score pad and pen
Cards Used
A standard deck of 52 cards is used in Polish Poker.
Other Supplies Needed
None
How To Play Polish Poker
- Shuffle the deck and deal five cards to each player.
- Place the remaining cards in a draw pile and turn over the top card to start the discard pile.
- The player to the left of the dealer goes first and can either draw a card from the draw pile or pick up the top card from the discard pile.
- The player can then choose to discard a card from their hand onto the discard pile.
- The next player then takes their turn, and play continues clockwise around the table.
- Players can knock on the table to signal the end of the round if they have a hand they are happy with.
- The other players then have one more turn to improve their hand before the round ends.
- Once the round ends, players reveal their hands, and the player with the best hand wins the round.
- Points are awarded based on the value of the cards in the winning hand.
- The game continues until a player reaches the predetermined score limit.
Keeping Score
Points are awarded based on the value of the cards in the winning hand. Aces are worth one point, face cards are worth ten points, and all other cards are worth their face value. The player with the lowest score at the end of the game wins.
