Scum, also known as President, is a popular card game that tests both your strategy and social skills. Here’s your ultimate guide on how to play Scum card game, including essential rules and tips.
Objective of the Game
The goal is to get rid of all your cards as quickly as possible. The first player to do so becomes the “President,” while the last one is dubbed “Scum.”
Setup
- Number of Players: 3 or more
- Deck: Standard 52-card deck
- Deal: Distribute the entire deck equally among players
Gameplay
- The player with the 3 of Clubs starts.
- Players can only play equal or higher-ranking cards than the previous play.
- Single cards, pairs, and sequences can be played.
- The round continues until no one can play an equal or higher card.
- Pass if you can’t or don’t want to play a card.
- The first player to discard all cards wins the round.
Card Ranking
- Aces are high
- 3s are low
- Suits generally don’t matter
Tips
- Observe opponents’ strategies
- Keep track of high and low-value cards
- Plan your sequences for maximum impact
Advanced Rules
- President can exchange two cards with Scum
- Vice President and Vice Scum exchange one card
Happy playing!
