Pinochle Plus
Developed by fishdog.net | Last updated: May 9, 2024
Pinochle Plus is a card game app, developed by fishdog.net, available on iOS and Android since its release in December 2009. The updated version 8.9.0 is now available to download, compatible with iOS 12.0+ and Android 10+. Before downloading this app, let's quickly review what Pinochle Plus has to offer.
About Pinochle Plus
This is a no-ads version of the first and most popular pinochle app for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Play single- or double-deck with configurable options including meld bids and shoot the moon. Pinochle Plus is updated frequently with user-suggested features and AI improvements. To try before you buy, see our free, ad-supported Pinochle app. If you prefer, our other pinochle app with no advertising, Pinochle Gold, has more card backs and tabletops to choose from, and adds support for several languages.
Pinochle is a card game played with a 48- or 80-card deck of 9s, 10s, jacks, queens, kings and aces. The game consists of a repeating sequence of bidding (for the right to name the trump suit and optionally to pass cards), melding, and trick-taking. Players score points by melding various card combinations and by taking tricks.
In this version, one human player (South) plays with a computer partner (North) and two computer opponents (West and East).
BIDDING: Each player bids the number of points she thinks she can make with her hand. Player to the dealer's left is required to bid, and bidding proceeds to the left. Players who pass are out of the bidding for that hand. A typical high bid is 35 points (for 48 cards) or 60 (for 80 cards). High bidder names the trump suit for the hand and optionally exchanges cards with her partner.
MELDING: Players get points by showing various card combinations. A run (or straight) in the trump suit is worth 15 points. Aces in all four suits is 10 points. Pinochle (queen of spades and jack of diamonds) is 4 points, or 30 points for double pinochle (two of each).
TRICKS: Play begins with the high bidder, and proceeds around the table to the left, 4 cards per trick. Each trick has a winner, who gets 1 point per ace, ten or king.
SCORING: If the high bidder fails to make the bid (his team's total meld plus trick points is less than the bid), the bid amount is subtracted from the team score. Play continues until one team goes out.
What's new in version 8.9.0
Support for new devices. Minor bug fixes.
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Download the Pinochle Plus App
Pinochle Plus has an IPA/APK download size of 34 MB on its latest version. Pinochle Plus costs $3.99 to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 41 MB of storage space available, then tap the button or scan the QR code below to start the download process!
Ranking History in App Store (U.S)
Changelog
Compatibility
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Old devices: iPhone X/SE/8/7/6
- iPad Pro
- iPad Mini
Review: Close to a real pinochle game
Terrific game. Beautifully designed. Lots of options. Lovely font
By best jinge
Review: Fun
I’ve just learned how to play and this is amazing way to enhance my game. Love it!!
By Ptah461
Review: Nuck
Whoever wrote this program can’t play a lick of Nuck.
By E.S.money
Review: Great App
Is there a way to play online? I really enjoy your App and it allows me to keep playing my...
By Hanover red
Review: Pinochle
Just love this game. Hardly anyone plays anymore. So now I can Play all the time! And no ads !!
By akollmer