Learn to Play Nines: Rules & Tips
| Players | 2-6 Players |
| Difficulty | 3/10 |
| Recommended Age | 8+ |
| Game Category | Trick-taking |
Nines Game Overview
Get ready to have some fun with Nines, a fast-paced and exciting card game that's perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. In this trick-taking game, the goal is to win as many tricks as possible by playing the highest card in each round. With simple rules and endless possibilities, Nines is a great choice for game night or any time you want to have some fun with friends and family.
Objective of the Game
The object of Nines is to win as many tricks as possible by playing the highest card in each round. The player with the most tricks at the end of the game is the winner. Each round consists of players taking turns playing a card from their hand, with the highest card winning the trick. The game continues until all cards have been played, and the player with the most tricks at the end of the game is declared the winner.
Materials Needed for Playing Nines
- Standard deck of playing cards
- Score pad and pencil (optional)
Cards Used
Nines is played with a standard deck of 52 playing cards. Jokers are not used in this game.
Other Supplies Needed
- Score pad and pencil (optional)
How To Play Nines
- Shuffle the deck of cards and deal nine cards to each player.
- Place the remaining cards in a pile in the center of the table, face down.
- Flip over the top card of the pile to start the first trick.
- Starting with the player to the left of the dealer, each player takes turns playing a card from their hand.
- The player who plays the highest card wins the trick and takes all the cards played in that round.
- The winner of the trick starts the next round by playing a card of their choice.
- Play continues in this manner until all cards have been played.
- The player with the most tricks at the end of the game is declared the winner.
Keeping Score
Players can keep score by writing down the number of tricks won by each player after each round. The player with the most tricks at the end of the game is declared the winner.
