The card game Hearts requires four players and uses the standard deck of 52 cards. The goal is to avoid taking hearts and the Queen of Spades, which carry penalty points. The player with the fewest points at the end wins.
- Setup: Deal 13 cards to each player.
- Passing Cards: Players pass three cards to an opponent before each round starts.
- Gameplay: Players take turns playing one card each. Follow suit if possible; otherwise, play any card.
- Scoring: Hearts are worth 1 point, and the Queen of Spades is worth 13 points. Avoid these to minimize your score.
Strategies include tracking which cards have been played and avoiding winning tricks with hearts or the Queen of Spades. Aim to have an adaptable hand and anticipate opponents’ moves to excel.
