How do you play War the card game rules and strategies

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War is a classic card game requiring minimal setup and simple rules, making it perfect for players of all ages. To play War, you need a standard 52-card deck.

Rules

  • Deal the entire deck evenly between two players.
  • Each player simultaneously flips over the top card of their stack.
  • The player with the higher card takes both cards and adds them to the bottom of their deck.
  • If the flipped cards are of equal value, ‘War’ is declared: each player places three cards face down and one card face up. The higher face-up card wins all the cards.
  • Continue playing until one player wins all the cards or the other concedes.

Strategies

  • Maintain focus: Pay attention to the flow of the game.
  • Avoid distractions: Concentration can tilt the tide in your favor.
  • Manage cards wisely: In wars, consider sacrificing lower-value cards strategically.

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