Blackbird

R. Don Wilson

About this game

This game is similar to the classic ROOK® card game*.

Compete against the computer in this classic trick-taking game. Bid competitively for the chance to declare trump. Take tricks with pointers to reach your bid or you’ll get set!

Play with two widely different rule sets (Kentucky Discard or Western Wyoming) or create your own set of rules to play with any of these options that can be on or off:
• Include 1's worth 15 points
• Low/high/10.5 Blackbird card
• Remove the Blackbird card
• Allow Blackbird card to be played anytime
• Winning bidder leads the first trick
• Red 1 worth 30 points
• Adjustable game winning score
• Bonus for taking most tricks
• and more!


* This is not in any way endorsed by or affiliated with Hasbro, Inc. ROOK® is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc.

Ratings and reviews

Much more realistic play than the other app I found, with nicely customizable options/rules. My only complaints are that the card movement is much more difficult than the other app, and the graphic sizing/appearance may not be optimal. Still, the best option I've seen for someone wanting to play a more realistic version of the game! :-)

Come On!! I like the game. Pretty close to realistic play. HOWEVER: Ths graphics are a little small where the players bid. AND the AI isn't great: if it is pretty obvious that points should be played to assist your partner, do it! The computer partner will hold point cards until it's obvious that the other team has all the tricks. How can you set your opponents if your partner won't help? I wish it could be an option to be multi-player. Other than those complaints, it's pretty close to real.

No online multiplayer is disappointing. Game is still fun. Automated partner is next to useless... Update: After playing for about a month, I'd like to give an update. There is no redeal function. Not sure how random the game actually is, seems like every time I pass on the bid, the other team seems to take every trick. Also pertaining to randomized dealing, the Blackbird (Rook) card is dealt to me maybe 10% of the time. Seems like player to my left or my partner always has the Blackbird.

What's new

• Fixed bug counting points for Red 1
• Fixed bug when resuming the game after discarding but before playing a card
• Improved AI play logic

In 1.1.0
• Added an option to customize gameplay speed