Learn to Play Tien Len: Rules & Tips
| Players | 2-4 Players |
| Difficulty | 5/10 |
| Recommended Age | 10+ |
| Game Category | Trick-taking |
Tien Len Game Overview
Tien Len is a popular Vietnamese trick-taking card game that has become increasingly popular worldwide. The game is known for its strategic depth, and it is played with a standard deck of 52 playing cards. Tien Len, also known as Thirteen, is typically played with four players, although it can be played with two or three players as well.
Objective of the Game
The object of Tien Len is to be the first player to get rid of all of their cards. Players must follow suit and play higher cards in order to win each trick. The game is won by the player who gets rid of all their cards first.
Materials Needed for Playing Tien Len
- A standard deck of 52 playing cards
Cards Used
A standard deck of 52 playing cards is used in Tien Len.
Other Supplies Needed
- None
How To Play Tien Len
- Shuffle the deck and deal the cards to all players.
- The player with the 3 of Spades starts the game by playing it in the middle of the table.
- Players must follow suit and play higher cards to win each trick. The player who wins the trick starts the next one.
- Players may also play sets of cards of the same rank. Sets must contain at least three cards.
- If a player cannot follow suit, they may play any card(s) they wish.
- The game is won by the first player to get rid of all of their cards.
Keeping Score
The player who wins the game earns one point. The first player to reach a predetermined number of points, usually 7 or 13, wins the match.
