DOS (ENG)
Objective:
Be the first player to get rid of your cards and earn points by playing cards that match the number on the discard pile.
Start up
Components:
Cards: A deck of 108 numbered cards split into four colors, and special Dos cards.
Scorepad: To track points earned.
Special Dos Cards:
Matching Numbers: Acts as a match for the number on the discard pile.
Substitute: Can be used instead of a number card.
Setup Steps:
Dealer: Choose a dealer randomly. They shuffle the deck and deal seven cards to each player.
First Card: Flip over the top card from the deck to start the discard pile.
Game Flow Overview:
Basic Rules:
Matching Cards: Players can play cards from their hand that match the number or color of the card on the discard pile.
Dos Cards: These special cards can be played on matching numbers or as substitutes for any number.
Turns:
Start Player: The player to the left of the dealer starts.
Playing Cards: Players must play one or more cards from their hand that match the number on the discard pile or use a Dos card.
Drawing Cards: If unable to play, players must draw cards from the deck until they find a playable card.
Dos Cards:
Number Matching: Dos cards act as a match for the number on the discard pile.
Substitution: Dos cards can replace any number, allowing flexibility in gameplay.
Winning:
Dos Callout: When a player has two cards left in their hand, they must say “Dos” aloud.
Ending the Round: The first player to empty their hand ends the round.
Scoring: Players earn points based on the cards left in opponents’ hands. Points are tallied, and a new round begins.