Pinochle Gold
Developed by fishdog.net | Last updated: May 19, 2024
Pinochle Gold is a casino game app, developed by fishdog.net, available on iOS and Android since its release in May 2010. 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 Gold has to offer.
About Pinochle Gold
This is a no-ads version of the first and most popular pinochle app for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Mac. Play single- or double-deck with configurable options, including meld bids and shoot the moon. Pinochle Gold has more tabletops and more card back options than Pinochle Plus and is updated frequently with user-suggested features and AI improvements. To try before you buy, see our free, ad-supported Pinochle app.
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 Gold App
Pinochle Gold has an IPA/APK download size of 52 MB on its latest version. Pinochle Gold costs $4.99 to download. Ready to install? Ensure you have at least 63 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)
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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: Awesome Game
I configured it to play 90% similar to the way we play in Philadelphia. Love the app, highly recommend it.
By TaconyBoy
Review: Vision problems
I think the score board should be under Norths cards or above South for easier reading- I would like cards...
By Old sight
Review: Unfair bidding and hands
How is it when East and west bring in a bid with no aces then his partner has all four...
By Gene Morris
Review: Pinochle
Great game except North will not pass 10. He will pass the K,Q,J before passing a 10. Also, I’ve...
By titus a. tick
Review: Enjoy the options
I enjoy the options given playing pinochle gold. You can replay a hand, show all cards which is handy for...
By Jane.from Minnesota