About Rummikub

Rummikub is designed for 2 to 4 players and uses a set of 106 tiles. These tiles are divided into four different colors, each numbered from 1 to 13, with two joker tiles. The objective of the game is to be the first player to play all your tiles on the table.

The setup is simple. Players draw tiles from the pool to create their initial hands, typically starting with 14 tiles. To start the game, players need to create initial sets or runs on the table.

Gameplay: Forming Sets and Runs

The core of Rummikub lies in forming sets and runs with your tiles. Sets consist of three or four tiles of the same number but different colors, while runs are sequences of three or more tiles of the same color, in numerical order. Players take turns to manipulate and rearrange tiles on the table, building upon existing sets and runs or creating new ones.

One of the most iconic features of Rummikub is the use of joker tiles. These versatile pieces can substitute for any other tile in a set or run. However, be strategic with your jokers, as they can be replaced by other tiles during the game.