Learn to Play Bull’s Eye: Rules & Tips

Players 2-6 Players
Difficulty 4/10
Recommended Age 8+
Game Category Shedding
Playing the card game Bull's Eye
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Bull's Eye Game Overview

Bull's Eye is a fast-paced card game that requires players to use strategy and skill to outsmart their opponents. The game is easy to learn and offers endless hours of entertainment, making it perfect for players of all ages. The objective of the game is to be the first player to get rid of all of their cards.

Players take turns playing cards that match the suit or rank of the card in the center of the table. If a player cannot play a card, they must draw from the deck until they can. The game continues until one player has no cards left in their hand.

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Objective of the Game

The object of Bull's Eye is to be the first player to get rid of all of their cards. Players must use strategy and skill to outsmart their opponents and play their cards wisely. The game is fast-paced and exciting, making it perfect for players who enjoy a challenge.

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Materials Needed for Playing Bull's Eye

  • Standard deck of playing cards
  • Pen and paper for scorekeeping (optional)

Cards Used

Bull's Eye is played with a standard deck of playing cards, with the jokers removed. No additional cards are required to play the game.

Other Supplies Needed

None

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How To Play Bull's Eye

  1. Shuffle the deck and deal seven cards to each player.
  2. Place the remaining cards in a pile in the center of the table, face down.
  3. Turn over the top card of the pile and place it face up next to the pile. This card is the starting card.
  4. The player to the left of the dealer goes first. They must play a card that matches the suit or rank of the starting card.
  5. If a player cannot play a card, they must draw from the deck until they can.
  6. If a player plays an Ace, the next player must play a card of the same suit, regardless of rank.
  7. If a player plays a King, the next player must draw one card from the deck.
  8. If a player plays a Queen, the next player must play a card of the same suit or draw one card from the deck.
  9. If a player plays a Jack, the next player must play a card of the same rank or draw one card from the deck.
  10. The game continues in this manner until one player has no cards left in their hand.

Keeping Score

Players can keep score by adding up the value of the cards remaining in their opponents' hands at the end of each round. The first player to reach a predetermined score (such as 100 points) wins the game.

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