Games

How to Play Cribbage

Cribbage combines a pack of cards, a distinctive board and enough tactical possibility to remain interesting long after the rules are understood. This guide takes a new player through the equipment, deal, crib, pegging and scoring before turning to the decisions that improve a hand. It is written to make the game playable rather than mysterious, with clear explanations of the combinations, customs and strategies that experienced players may otherwise take for granted.