Cuckoo

Objective:

The objective of Cuckoo is to avoid being the player left with the Cuckoo card at the end of each round.

Setup:

1. Cuckoo is typically played with a standard deck of 52 playing cards.
2. The game can be played by three or more players.
3. Remove one card from the deck to be the Cuckoo card. For example, if there are four players, remove one random card.

Gameplay:

1. The dealer shuffles the deck and deals the entire deck evenly to all players, one card at a time.
2. The dealer starts the game by playing any card face-up in the center of the table.
3. Play proceeds clockwise, and each player must play a card that is either one rank higher or one rank lower than the previous card played.
4. For example, if the last card played was a 7, the next player can play a 6 or an 8.
5. If a player cannot play a card, they must pass their turn and draw a card from the deck.
6. The game continues until all players have passed consecutively.
7. The player who plays the last card before the consecutive passes does not have to draw a card and starts a new round by playing any card.
8. The round continues until one player is left with the Cuckoo card.
9. The player who has the Cuckoo card in their hand at the end of the round earns penalty points.
10. After each round, the cards are shuffled, and a new round begins.
11. The game continues for a predetermined number of rounds, and the player with the fewest penalty points at the end is the winner.

Tips:

• Pay attention to the cards played by other players to anticipate which cards might still be in their hands.
• Try to remember the sequence of cards played to help you make informed decisions.
• Strategically save certain cards to force other players into difficult situations.
• Be mindful of the cards remaining in the deck and adjust your strategy accordingly.
• Remember that the Cuckoo card should be kept hidden from other players to maintain the element of surprise.

Cuckoo is a fun and fast-paced card game that requires quick thinking and strategy. With this guide, you’re ready to start playing and enjoy the suspenseful nature of Cuckoo!