UNO!™ - Fun card gameplay

UNO!™ has made its way onto mobile platforms, bringing the classic card game wherever you go. With fresh rules, global tournaments, different gameplay modes, and more, there's something for everyone in the family to enjoy - whether you're a seasoned UNO!™ player or a newcomer. The game promises fun and bonding moments for players of all ages, making it an ideal choice for quality family time, anytime, anywhere.

Ready to dive in? Get set to experience the thrill of UNO!™:

- Engage in classic UNO!™ gameplay or switch up the rules with real-time matches

- Compete in tournaments and events for exciting rewards and a shot at topping the leaderboards

- Team up with friends or family in 2v2 mode to work together towards victory

- Stay connected with loved ones worldwide for endless gaming enjoyment.

Game Setup

1. Gather 2 to 10 players.

2. Shuffle the deck of Uno cards.

3. Deal 7 cards to each player.

4. Place the remaining deck face-down in the center of the table to form the draw pile.

5. Flip the top card of the draw pile over and place it face-up next to the draw pile to start the discard pile.

Gameplay

1. Turn Structure:

Starting with the player to the dealer's left and going clockwise, each player takes turns.

On your turn, you must play one card from your hand that matches the color, number, or symbol of the top card on the discard pile. 

2. Playing Cards:

Cards must match either the color, number, or symbol of the top card on the discard pile.

If you don't have a playable card in your hand, you must draw a card from the draw pile. If the drawn card is playable, you may play it immediately. Otherwise, your turn ends.

If you have a playable card, you may choose to play it or draw a card from the draw pile. 

3. Special Cards:

Skip: Skips the next player's turn.

Reverse: Reverses the direction of play.

Draw Two: Forces the next player to draw two cards and forfeit their turn.

Wild: Allows the player to choose the color to play next. Can be played on any card.

Wild Draw Four: Allows the player to choose the color to play next and forces the next player to draw four cards and forfeit their turn. Can be challenged by the next player if they suspect it was played illegally. 

4. Challenges:

If a player plays a Wild Draw Four card and another player suspects it was played illegally (i.e., the player had a playable card of the current color), they can challenge it.

The player who played the Wild Draw Four must reveal their hand. If they have a playable card of the current color, they must draw four cards instead. If not, the challenger must draw six cards (four for the Wild Draw Four plus two for challenging).

Card Introduction

Wildcard: You can choose any color to play this card, and the next player can also play it if he has a wildcard

+4: This card can be played in any color so that the next player cannot play and draw 4 cards

+4 can only be played if no card is played.

If the previous player issued you a "+4", you can challenge the decision. At this point, the player who issued "+4" needs to show you all the cards in your hand, and only you can see them!

Check to see if there are really any cards of the same color or number as the last card dealt.

If there is! "+4" can be dismissed, and the player who dealt "+4" draws 6 cards 

if not! The challenge is decided that you draw 6 cards.

Forbidden Cards: Playing this card will prevent the next player from playing their cards and will go directly to the next player, and the color must be the same as the newest one in the discarded pile

Rotary card: Playing this card can reverse the order of cards, clockwise to counterclockwise, and vice versa, and the color needs to be the same as the latest card in the pile

+2 Cards: Playing this card will prevent the next player from playing 2 cards and draw 2 cards

(see below for cumulative gameplay)

Number cards: 0~9 for all four colors

Game flow

1 Before the game starts, each player draws a card, and the player with the highest number plays the card first, and only the number is determined, unless it is not redrawn.

2 Each player is dealt 7 cards to their hand, and the remaining cards are used in the library.

Draw a card from the top of the library as the starting card, and if it's a wildcard or +4, draw another card.

3 starts with the player with the highest number after the draw, and takes turns clockwise, or counterclockwise if the cards drawn are reversed.

4 start the game, each round of the player can only perform a kind of 1 out of a hand, the rules for playing cards are according to the previous card, play the same color or the same number of cards, you can also play functional cards, as shown in the following figure

1: number cards

Case 2: Functional cards

Case 3: +2 and +4

2 Draw a card 

If you can't or don't want to play, draw a card from the top of your library and take your turn to the next player.

3 If a player is banned or a card is played, +2/+4, the action is paused for one turn, and the card with a card is taken and the next round is waited

When two people play against each other, playing a ban card will pause the opponent for one turn and it will be your turn, so another card can be played after the ban is played, and the turn card is equivalent to the ban card

Victory conditions

When a player finishes his hand, that player is declared a winner, and the other players' hand points add up to the winner's score.

In the end, the player who reaches 500 points first becomes the winner of the game.

Cards are calculated as follows:

    Number Cards: According to the number on the card, the score is counted as a few points

    Turn: 20 points

    Prohibition card: 20 points

    +2 cards: 20 points

    Color change cards: 50 points

    +4 cards: 50 points

Notes/Variations

For longer games, you can increase the number of cards dealt to each player at the beginning of the game. 

You can introduce house rules or variations to customize the gameplay experience, such as playing with custom rules for certain cards or adding additional action cards.

Two Player & Four Player Rules

For two players, there is a slight change of rules:

    Reverse works like Skip

    Play Skip, and you may immediately play another card

    If you play a Draw Two or Wild Draw Four card, your opponent has to draw the number of cards required, and then play immediately resumes back on your turn.

For four players (two-partner teams), players sit opposite their partners, and play until one of either partner goes out with one Uno card left. Scoring for the winning team is done by adding up all the points from opposing partner’s hands

Additional Tips:

Observe discarded cards to plan your moves.

Use action cards strategically to mess with your opponents.

Don't forget to yell "Uno!" when down to your last card!

Exciting Features:

Enjoy the Classic Game on-the-go

New to UNO!™ or looking to relive the joy of your favorite card game? Just hit Quick Play for a new round following the classic UNO!™ rules. Discover fresh monthly rewards and events waiting for you!

Play with Your Loved Ones

Get your friends or family involved and tailor the rules to suit your preferences. UNO!™ offers a welcoming and cost-free environment for all to gather and have fun together!

Join Forces

Team up with a buddy or family member for intense battles in 2-player teams. Collaborate closely to deplete your hand - or your partner’s hand - swiftly and surpass the opposing team!

Stay Connected, Communicate, and Shout UNO!™

Stay in touch with your pals via clubs in UNO!™, exchanging gifts and devising strategies together. Don't forget the thrill of shouting "UNO!" before anyone else!

Challenges Galore Across All Levels

Participate in World Series tournaments and exclusive events for awesome rewards. Climb to the top of the leaderboards and flaunt your skills to friends and family! Plus, spin the wheel for daily chances at snagging free rewards!

Let Loose – Seriously

Embrace the utter madness with this no-holds-barred game mode that pushes UNO!™ to its limits. Bid adieu to standard ways - activate house rules, play with two decks, and stand a chance to win up to 600 times your initial bet, turning you into a coin master! But beware, as in this wild mode, it's either win big or leave empty-handed! Are you ready to take on the challenge?

UNO!™ Goes Esports

Be part of the action at the UNO!™ Mobile Community Cup 2024! Players from nations like the USA, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico can engage in a year filled with thrilling competitions and generous rewards. This could be your opportunity to shine bright as an eSports sensation!