Introduction
Dou Dizhu is a fast three-player climbing card game. One player becomes the landlord, takes the three hidden kitty cards, and tries to shed every card before the two farmers can team up and finish first.
How to Play
- Bid for the landlord role or pass during the opening call.
- The landlord receives the three kitty cards, then starts the first trick.
- Play a stronger matching combination than the previous play, or pass if you cannot or do not want to beat it.
- Singles, pairs, triples, straights, pair runs, bombs, and joker rocket combinations are recognized.
- Empty your hand first to win for your side.
Controls
- Mouse or touch: select cards in your hand.
- Play: submit the selected combination.
- Pass: skip the current trick when another player is leading.
- Hint: highlight a playable response from your hand.
- Restart: shuffle and start a fresh match.
FAQ
Is this a multiplayer game?
This version is a static single-player browser game. You play against two in-browser AI opponents.
What is the landlord kitty?
Three hidden cards are added to the landlord’s hand after bidding, usually making that player stronger but alone against the farmers.
Can bombs beat any hand?
Yes. Bombs beat normal combinations, and the joker rocket beats everything.
