Rummy
Play Rummy Game Online on Mela App

Rummy is inevitably the undisputed king of all conventional card games. It is one of the most beloved card games of all time and there are multiple variations of the game worldwide. The game demands all the players to arrange cards (dealt at the start of the game) in combinations to make a hand. It takes skill and experience of the players to strategize how to pick and discard the cards at the right time. Almost everyone has played Rummy at least once with their friends or family.

Rummy is said to have multiple origins around the world. According to most reports, Rummy originated in Spain and later came to the United States when the Spaniards started migrating there in the 20th century. It was originally known as Conquian, said to be the very first version of the skill based Rummy game. Some theories have also surfaced which link the origin of Rummy to Poker.

Contemporary version of Rummy still has all the core elements of the game intact. The popularity of this game has crossed all the continents and is loved by people of all age groups. With the evolution of technology, Rummy is now available to play online. The digital availability of the game allows you to connect with players globally who share the same passion and love for Rummy.

If you have always been a crazy fan of this card game or are a pro at playing with real players, now is the opportunity for you to use your skills. You can play Rummy on the Mela app for free. Download the app now and start enjoying the game with your friends and family around the world. We bet you, once you witness the Rummy madness, you will come back for more.

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Rummy Game Rules on Mela App

The rules of online Rummy are in line with the original game rules with minor variations. At Mela, we adhere to the game rules and you must take a look at these rules before you proceed.

Objective
  • The first player to arrange his/her cards sequentially in 4 groups wins the game.
  • A sequence or trio must have at least 4 cards.
  • Players can pick up a card from the upside down deck or the latest card dropped by another player. The player needs to drop a card once they pick up one.
  • At the time of declaration, one group must have a pure sequence. A pure sequence doesn’t include a joker. To declare, single tap on the card you wish to discard and then tap “Declare”.
Trump Selection

There are two trumps in Rummy. These two trumps are:

  • Standard Joker - The card with a joker imprint.
  • Wild Joker - A standard card which is pre decided as joker and placed below the left deck.
Scoring
  • The four high ranked cards carry 10 points each (A,K,Q,J).
  • The other number cards carry their face value. (9 of hearts carry 9 points etc)
  • There are no points for a standard joker and wild joker.
  • When a player declares, the opponents’ score is calculated by tallying the value of the cards that aren’t grouped.
  • The player with the lowest score wins the game.
Types of Sequences
  • Pure Sequence - Three or more cards of the same suit (consecutive cards) without a joker.
  • Trio - Three or more cards of the same face value belonging to different suits. Though, you can’t use two or more cards of the same suit.
  • Impure Sequence - Three cards of the same suit along with a joker (standard or wild).
Tips & Tricks

To play Rummy like a pro, learn these important tricks before you start playing.

  • Pure Sequence More than any other sequence, your chances of winning majorly depends on scoring a Pure Sequence as early as possible in the game. By doing so, you can safeguard yourself if your opponent declares.
  • Watch Closely The most important trick is to keep a close eye on your opponent’s moves. It is best to keep a note of the cards they pick/discard so you can strategize accordingly.
  • Discard High Value Cards Getting rid of high value cards early in the game could come to your rescue while playing Rummy on the Mela app. Keeping high value cards and looking to make a set to score more points is good but it can backfire if your opponent declares before you.
  • Know All Rummy Patterns A Pure Sequence can have upto 4 cards without a joker. Some people think that a Sequence cannot have more than 3 cards but the right number of cards is 4.
  • How to Make a Pure Sequence Instantly It is not the right tactic to wait for the right cards to form a Sequence. It is best to keep two consecutive cards rather than alternate cards.
  • Keep Your Middle Value Cards Middle value cards are flexible as it is easier to make combinations with middle cards than high/low value cards.
FAQs
Rummy is a skill based card game. A popular but underrated strategy while playing Rummy is to get rid of the higher ranked cards as soon as possible. For instance, you need to drop high ranked cards (A,K,Q,J etc) and pick up cards with lower value. By doing so, you will increase your odds of winning at Rummy.
There are 2 jokers used in the game of Rummy. One is the standard joker, while the other is a wild joker which is displayed to all the players in the game.
No. When you play Rummy on the Mela app, you cannot pick a joker discarded by the other players.

Yes, it is mandatory to form a pure sequence when you play Rummy on Mela. It is not possible to declare the game without having a pure sequence.

Pro Tip: Try to make a pure sequence as early as possible in the game.
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