Best Card Games for 4 Players
Four is the magic number for card games. Here are the best, grouped by style.
Partnerships (2 vs 2)
- 29: hidden trump, card points, the Pair.
- 28: Kerala's classic, bid on four cards.
- 304: 28 with big numbers.
- Spades: bids, Nil and bags.
- Court Piece: race to 7 tricks.
- Mendikot: catch the tens.
Every player for themselves
- Call Break: call your tricks.
- Hearts: avoid the points.
- Kazhutha and Bluff: party favourites.
Only one or two people? Every game above can be played on Cheettukali with computer players filling the empty seats.
FAQ
What card games are best for 4 players?
29, 28, Spades, Court Piece and Mendikot for teams; Call Break and Hearts for individual play.