Archive for the 'Rummy' Category

Kick Scooters 101

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Kick scooters are metal platforms that have handlebars and can be ridden as a means of transportation for places involving short distances. Like a skateboard, the rider drives the kick scooter via his or her foot while grabbing on to the handlebars. Many of the kick scooters nowadays feature two wheels, are created from aluminum which makes it lightweight, and are foldable so that they are easy to carry and store. Though kick scooters are usually believed to be a kid’s toy by most people, there are actually a lot of forms of it and here are some of them

Why Play Online Rummy

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

People are abuzz with online connections, wheeling and dealings, social networking, online gaming, the works, including the kitchen sink. One of the most popular of them all? Internet gambling which consists online slot machines, roulette, card games such as online poker and black jack, baccarat and online rummy to name a few.

The different rummy variations

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

What makes rummy as one of the well-recognized card games of all time is that it has several rummy variations; each variant offering a new level of challenge and entertainment in playing the game. Because of so many rummy variations, each rummy variant is categorized according to the type of play the game has. As a result, there are also numerous rummy main categories that organize all the rummy variations.

Rummy Tournaments – For Everyone’s Leisure

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Rummy is a card game that was first played and introduced in Spain and Mexico during the mid 1800s. Afterwards it became more popular in other Western countries. Rummy originated from the word, “rum” which signifies odd or queer in English slang. It is usually played in groups with 2 or more players and was a source of good leisure and entertainment. Some people said that it was back in the mid 1960s when this game was first played as a competition at the first gin rummy tournament in Las Vegas. Now, a lot of rummy tournaments are held frequently in different countries and areas with Las Vegas, the gaming capital of the globe, as the most well-known location for the tournaments.

Rummy Scoring Basics

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Rummy scoring of course relies on what variation one is playing. But it is nice to remember that each card has a specific score or points. Whatever the suit is, face cards (King, Queen and Jack) have a score of 10. The numbered cards are scored according to their face value. Take note that the Ace is scored as 1 so a meld of A, 2, 3 is valid but not a meld of Q, K, A, which in poker, the Ace has a double-edged purpose being card 1 or the card higher than the King. Rummy scoring in other variations also has bonuses when a hand is won. Still some have players agree on a certain score or target score to reach. Extra points are given out as well if this aim is reached by a player. Single games or a single hand of some variations of the game also have a player win if he has the least score upon tallying all the cards that are remaining on hand. Some may also agree on a certain rummy scoring process depending on agreements that the players will play.

Rummy History

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

To an extent the origin of rummy is debatable because a lot of people from various countries have their own accounts of rummy history. A lot of people claim that it started in Mexico, or originated in Spain, however, others trace the rummy history up to the old days of England. Up to now, nobody knows what exact territory did the rummy history started genuinely.

Rummy Card Game Basics

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Rummy is dubbed as the the 3rd world’s most played and popular card game, is played all over the world, with variations from the original rummy game depending on which part of the world you’re in. Known a game of strategy rather than skill, individuals enjoy playing the rummy card game ranging from just for the heck of it, to the craziness of gambling on it, typically money, similar to poker.

Progressive Rummy Basics

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Rummy is the third most played card game in the world. But, did you know that this card game have several kinds being played? And each one has its own class of rules, and of course the regular rules apply as well.

International Rummy Sites – A New Way of Playing Rummy

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Rummy began in Spain in the mid-1800s and later on became more widespread in countries like Mexico, United States and England. Rummy originated from from “rumi” which in English slang symbolizes odd or queer. For leisure time with friends, neighbors or family members, rummy games are played in group of 2 or more players. As [...]

How to win at Rummy Games Tips and Tricks

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

About 700 million people around the world play rummy. It is known one of the most well-known games alongside scrabble, monopoly, poker and chess. Played for enjoyment at home, in groups or for serious competitions, it is a simple game of cards once you get used of the rules and goals. But it will be more exciting when you have the upper hand and the right techniques on how to win at rummy games.