description Crazy Eights Overview
Crazy Eights is a shedding card game in which players aim to discard the cards in their hands. Eights are wild, allowing a player to change the suit or otherwise alter play according to the version being used, while the first player to dispose of the entire hand wins. The game is recognized as a direct inspiration for the commercial card game Uno.
help Crazy Eights FAQ
How do you win a game of Crazy Eights?
Players try to discard every card in their hand before the other players do. In the common version, the first player to get rid of the entire hand wins the round.
Why are eights special in Crazy Eights?
An eight is wild and lets the player change the suit, although exact rules vary by version. That makes an eight useful when the player cannot follow the current suit.
What cards can you play in Crazy Eights?
Players usually play a card matching the current suit or rank of the top discard, or they play an eight as a wild card. House rules may add draw penalties, skips, or other special effects.
How many people can play Crazy Eights?
Crazy Eights works well with a small group using one standard deck of cards. The exact hand size and draw rules depend on the number of players and the chosen house rules.
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