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- The original Rummikub FREE version (not Rummy nor Rummy Cube or Okey) is one of the most popular family games in the world. The unique combination of tactical thinking, luck and tense competition has made this classic family game to one of the most successful games for the past 70 years!
- First created in the 1930s and sold in hand-produced versions until the late 1970s. Similar to the Rummy that you play with cards - you try to get rid of all your tiles by forming numbers into runs of 3 tiles or more, or 3 to 4 of a kind. The colors of the numbers on the tiles are like card suits.
- The original Rummikub FREE version (not Rummy nor Rummy Cube or Okey) is one of the most popular family games in the world. The unique combination.
- Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2 to 4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong.There are 106 tiles in the game, including 104 numbered tiles (valued 1 to 13 in four different colors, two copies of each) and two jokers.
8+
$17
Rummikub is a great game for both adults and children alike. Join in the fast paced fun while trying to combine your tiles in runs or sets. Rummikkub, similar to the card game, gets everyone involved.
Rummikub game play moves along thanks to the joker tiles (wilds) and helps players out when they don't quite have the tile they need. Learning how to play Rummikub dose not take a lot of time. Bring out the fun and start playing Rummikub today!
Rummikub game play moves along thanks to the joker tiles (wilds) and helps players out when they don't quite have the tile they need. Learning how to play Rummikub dose not take a lot of time. Bring out the fun and start playing Rummikub today!
Step by step instructions on how to play Rummikub board game. This title, originally released in 1977, masterfully blends even older games Dominos and the card game Rummy. It is so good it even won a Spiel des Jahres, the most prestigious board game award given out each year. There is no theme here, it is all about player versus player strategy.
- Inside Your Rummikub Box You'll Find 106 Tiles (2 Sets Of Tiles Numbered 1 To 13 In Four Colors: Black
- Red
- Blue
- Orange; 2 Jokers); 4 Playing Racks
- Official Rummikub Game Rules And Instructions
| Be the first player to get rid of all the tiles in your rack by forming sets and runs. The player who reaches the preset number of points will win the game. |
Please keep in mind that the official Rummikub rules and instructions could be different depending on the game version you have. The rules below are some of the exact directions that came in the original packaging.
Share with us your comments, funny stories, tips, advice, strategies, creative ways to play, questions about how to play, problems with the directions or anything you want about Rummikub. All submissions will be reviewed within 24 hours.Mary Kling says:
How do you find out the answer that was given to the question below. I have some of the same questions! Not terribly I Pad savvy, so please be VERY specific. Thx!
How do you find out the answer that was given to the question below. I have some of the same questions! Not terribly I Pad savvy, so please be VERY specific. Thx!
Cheryl W says:
Can a person move around tiles on board to make different runs or sets but in this turn not use any of his tiles. Letting that be his turn. Or do you have to use at least 1 tile from your hand when making moves that will benefit you either in that turn or next turn. In other words when moving tiles on board you can only move them when they benefit you by using a tile from your hand. You cannot move tiles on board during your turn without using a tile from you own?
Can a person move around tiles on board to make different runs or sets but in this turn not use any of his tiles. Letting that be his turn. Or do you have to use at least 1 tile from your hand when making moves that will benefit you either in that turn or next turn. In other words when moving tiles on board you can only move them when they benefit you by using a tile from your hand. You cannot move tiles on board during your turn without using a tile from you own?
Glenda says:
When you replace a joker do you have to have 2 on you rack to be able to reuse the joker
When you replace a joker do you have to have 2 on you rack to be able to reuse the joker
EDDIE says:
Question: there was a set of 8s and a Joker, and a Blue 4, 5, 6, 7 and a Joker run on the board. I replaced the Joker with the required color of 8 and then removed the 7 & Joker and placed it with my Blue 9. It formed a Blue 7, 8 (Joker) and 9. Some of the players say the Joker may only be removed with a Blue 8 and it must come from my hand. I am of the belief that it was not 'trapped' and could be used anywhere. Is a replaced Joker to always come from your hand or may I manipulate it into another run or group, provided I play 'A' tile from my hand? We are gearing up for a simplified tournament (some rules had to be axed due to the memory of some of our Seniors). It is for fun.
Question: there was a set of 8s and a Joker, and a Blue 4, 5, 6, 7 and a Joker run on the board. I replaced the Joker with the required color of 8 and then removed the 7 & Joker and placed it with my Blue 9. It formed a Blue 7, 8 (Joker) and 9. Some of the players say the Joker may only be removed with a Blue 8 and it must come from my hand. I am of the belief that it was not 'trapped' and could be used anywhere. Is a replaced Joker to always come from your hand or may I manipulate it into another run or group, provided I play 'A' tile from my hand? We are gearing up for a simplified tournament (some rules had to be axed due to the memory of some of our Seniors). It is for fun.
Ann says:
What to do if one player does not have 30 points to start playing and all tiles are in use. Would seem he cannot join in play at all.
What to do if one player does not have 30 points to start playing and all tiles are in use. Would seem he cannot join in play at all.
Linda says:
Can I use a joker on an existing run or set without adding a tile from my hand? If not, how many tiles must I use from my hand?
Can I use a joker on an existing run or set without adding a tile from my hand? If not, how many tiles must I use from my hand?
Frances Ellinwo says:
If a 'red' joker (13), with black and blue 13s are down in a set, can another player 'go out' by discarding his/her black 13 or must it be orange?
If a 'red' joker (13), with black and blue 13s are down in a set, can another player 'go out' by discarding his/her black 13 or must it be orange?
doug says:
what does the joker count when using a a meld card ie its penalty value or the value of the tile eg nine
what does the joker count when using a a meld card ie its penalty value or the value of the tile eg nine
Sandy says:
Must you always replace a Joker to use it in a new group, or can you remove it using its current color and number value in a new group as long as it is not needed in the group from which it is removed? Example: if its current function is 'red 6' and a red 6 is needed in a new group, could you use the Joker as if it were actually a red 6?
Must you always replace a Joker to use it in a new group, or can you remove it using its current color and number value in a new group as long as it is not needed in the group from which it is removed? Example: if its current function is 'red 6' and a red 6 is needed in a new group, could you use the Joker as if it were actually a red 6?
Bob Nice says says:
I have a run of four tens the black ten is the joker can I pick up the black ten which is the joker and use it to make a run of 8,9,10 12/12/17
I have a run of four tens the black ten is the joker can I pick up the black ten which is the joker and use it to make a run of 8,9,10 12/12/17
Caryl says:
If I have earlier melded, and later pick up a joker, can I use that joker with just one other tile from my hand to extend a run already on the table?
If I have earlier melded, and later pick up a joker, can I use that joker with just one other tile from my hand to extend a run already on the table?
Holly says:
When initially laying down the tiles to make the required 30 points one player used a wild tile in her run and added in the number that the joker represented so it would add up to 30. Is this permitted?
When initially laying down the tiles to make the required 30 points one player used a wild tile in her run and added in the number that the joker represented so it would add up to 30. Is this permitted?
Anna says:
At the start of the game, you have to get 30 to start, would it be okay to put down for example, two black 11 and a red 11? Or do they all have to be different colours? Please answer, in the middle of an argument with someone about this!!!
At the start of the game, you have to get 30 to start, would it be okay to put down for example, two black 11 and a red 11? Or do they all have to be different colours? Please answer, in the middle of an argument with someone about this!!!
Linda says:
When playing,is it ok to break up a run of 3 consecutive numbers and add each to sets of the same number so that you can win even if you take no number from your hand?
When playing,is it ok to break up a run of 3 consecutive numbers and add each to sets of the same number so that you can win even if you take no number from your hand?
Ann says:
If there is a red run on the table of 5-6-7 and I have a joker and a red nine in my hand, can I add the joker as a red 8 or do I have to use 2 tiles from my hand when I play the joker? Such that in the the example, that would mean I would add the joker as a red 8 and add a red 9 AND a red 10 from my hand.
If there is a red run on the table of 5-6-7 and I have a joker and a red nine in my hand, can I add the joker as a red 8 or do I have to use 2 tiles from my hand when I play the joker? Such that in the the example, that would mean I would add the joker as a red 8 and add a red 9 AND a red 10 from my hand.
Nicole says:
You have a black 9 on your rack. In your play you have a black run 10 11 12 13. You also have a 3 of the 13 tiles (orange blue and red). To play your 9 can you pick up the black 13 and play that tile on the 3 13's already on the table be play your 9 In front of the 10. Is this a legal move.?
You have a black 9 on your rack. In your play you have a black run 10 11 12 13. You also have a 3 of the 13 tiles (orange blue and red). To play your 9 can you pick up the black 13 and play that tile on the 3 13's already on the table be play your 9 In front of the 10. Is this a legal move.?
Dave A says:
Can a joke be played on the board as a 9 red if there are two 9 reds all ready in play on the board Creating a 3rd red 9 on the board
Can a joke be played on the board as a 9 red if there are two 9 reds all ready in play on the board Creating a 3rd red 9 on the board
carol says:
how do you play the joker if I have--3-5s and one is the joker can I take the joker but have to replace with a 5 and in a run 1234567 and 4 is the joker can I split the run and take the (joker)=4 to use in my hand with my own 2 tiles
how do you play the joker if I have--3-5s and one is the joker can I take the joker but have to replace with a 5 and in a run 1234567 and 4 is the joker can I split the run and take the (joker)=4 to use in my hand with my own 2 tiles
Krys says:
Do you have instructions for Word Rummikub
Do you have instructions for Word Rummikub
Dianne says:
if there is a group of 4 on the table, can I add to that group, even though it means there will now be two of the same color ? ie, is a group limited to maximum of 4?
if there is a group of 4 on the table, can I add to that group, even though it means there will now be two of the same color ? ie, is a group limited to maximum of 4?
Gramz says:
what count does the joker have if played in the first play? Such as, to get your 30 count lay down?
what count does the joker have if played in the first play? Such as, to get your 30 count lay down?
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Mildred says:
Why we can't used th joker as any numbers or color instead to have to chip's in the hands,when I have only one chip in my last hand?
Why we can't used th joker as any numbers or color instead to have to chip's in the hands,when I have only one chip in my last hand?
Mary Moss says:
Assume I draw a Joker tile. On my next turn, can I play that Joker anywhere on the board...or...do I still have to play it with 2 other tiles from my hand?
Assume I draw a Joker tile. On my next turn, can I play that Joker anywhere on the board...or...do I still have to play it with 2 other tiles from my hand?
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marta c says:
If I have the Joker and another tile left in the game, can I put that joker down on a set that is already on the table?
If I have the Joker and another tile left in the game, can I put that joker down on a set that is already on the table?
d smith says:
can the joker (smiley face) in a set of three be moved if the other 2 cards can be moved? EXAMPLE; 7of Black 7 of red,joker Move 7 of black to 8,9,10,of black,move 7 of red to 8,9,10of red and the joker to 8,9,10 of blue?
can the joker (smiley face) in a set of three be moved if the other 2 cards can be moved? EXAMPLE; 7of Black 7 of red,joker Move 7 of black to 8,9,10,of black,move 7 of red to 8,9,10of red and the joker to 8,9,10 of blue?
carol says:
are u able to hold all ur tiles as long as you want before you put any down
are u able to hold all ur tiles as long as you want before you put any down
diane says:
How do I press enter to submit my tiles. My time always runs out so I really can't play because I haven't figured out the most important part of the game!!! Please help!
How do I press enter to submit my tiles. My time always runs out so I really can't play because I haven't figured out the most important part of the game!!! Please help!
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Vi says:
Have been playing Rummikub with players who insist on arranging everyone's tiles in order on the table, with runs in color order and like numbers in order, i.e. 1's, 2's, etc. It does not seem appropriate for someone to control placement on the table.
Have been playing Rummikub with players who insist on arranging everyone's tiles in order on the table, with runs in color order and like numbers in order, i.e. 1's, 2's, etc. It does not seem appropriate for someone to control placement on the table.