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Königrufen

Developer

Bernd Nussbaumer
Updated

2024-05-25
Category

Card
Version

3.2.06
Price

Free
Platform

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Editor’s Review

Overview
Königrufen is a traditional card game rooted in the former Austrian Hungarian monarchy, known for its variety of contracts and strategic partner selection.

Key Features
1. Multiplayer flexibility: Usually played with four players, but it can accommodate three to six.
2. Dynamic contracts: Players can choose from a myriad of contracts, which add layers of complexity.
3. Partner selection: The pivotal "King-call" mechanic allows the choice of a partner by naming a specific king card.
4. Diverse strategy: Players must balance cooperating with a partner, biding cleverly, and navigating varying game objectives.
5. Adaptability: Game rules are adaptable, with numerous local variations and house rules enhancing replayability.

Interesting Gameplay
1. Deal: Players receive a full deck of cards, and the number of cards depends on the number of players.
2. Bidding: Players bid to suggest the type of contract they aim to play.
3. Starting a contract: Bidding determines the starting player, and the initial game determines contract objectives ranging from taking tricks to avoiding certain cards.
4. Partnership: If the ‘King-call’ contract is chosen, the player secretly selects a partner by calling for the king of a particular suit, and partnership ties are only revealed when the called king is played.
5. Point system: The game is scored based on the successful completion of contracts, with points for both individual achievements and partnerships.
6. Win Conditions: The game may conclude after a predetermined number of rounds, with the highest scorer declared the winner, or when a player reaches a designated point cap.

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