Learn to Play Seven and a Half: Rules & Tips
| Players | 2-6 Players |
| Difficulty | 3/10 |
| Recommended Age | 8+ |
| Game Category | Casino |
Seven and a Half Game Overview
Seven and a Half is a fun and exciting card game that is perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. This trick-taking game is easy to learn and can be played with just a standard deck of playing cards. The goal of the game is to win tricks and earn points, but be careful not to go over seven and a half points or you'll lose!
Objective of the Game
The object of Seven and a Half is to win tricks and earn points without going over seven and a half points. Each card has a point value, with face cards worth half a point and all other cards worth their face value. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins!
Materials Needed for Playing Seven and a Half
- Standard deck of playing cards
- Score pad and pencil (optional)
Cards Used
Seven and a Half is played with a standard deck of playing cards, with the jokers removed. All cards have a point value, with face cards worth half a point and all other cards worth their face value.
Other Supplies Needed
None
How To Play Seven and a Half
- Shuffle the deck and deal each player seven cards.
- Place the remaining cards in a draw pile.
- The player to the left of the dealer goes first, playing a card face up in the center of the table.
- Each player takes turns playing a card, with the highest card winning the trick.
- After all seven tricks have been played, players tally their points.
- Players can choose to play another round, with the winner being the player with the most points at the end of all rounds.
Keeping Score
Players earn points based on the cards they win in each trick. Face cards are worth half a point, and all other cards are worth their face value. If a player goes over seven and a half points, they lose and receive no points for that round.
