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the arcade.
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CARD RACE

Speed

Two eggs. No turns. Very fast hands.

A two-player card race with no turns. Play one rank higher or lower, keep your hand moving, and clear all twenty before the other egg.

1–2 players

How to play ↓

How to play Speed

Race to clear all twenty cards. Play one rank higher or lower on either centre pile; suits don’t matter. Ace connects King and two. Your five-card hand refills automatically. When both eggs are stuck, fresh cards flip. First out wins.

Controls

Select card
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Play on pile
  1. Play on either pile. Suits don’t matter.
    One higher or lower.
  2. Both eggs play together. Ace connects King and two.
    No turns.
  3. Your hand refills automatically. When both eggs are stuck, new cards flip.
    Clear all twenty.

Can I play Speed with friends?

Yes. A friends room supports 2 players. Choose Play with friends, share the room invitation, and ready up together.

Can I play alone?

Yes. Choose Play solo for your own round. Friends rooms are a separate option.

Do I need to download anything?

No. Speed runs in your browser. Use the keyboard controls above or the game’s on screen controls on a phone.

Can I play Speed with more than two friends?

A Speed friends match is for two players. For a larger group, arrange separate pairs and swap opponents between completed matches.

Can I play a card with the same number?

No. Play one rank higher or lower than either centre pile. Suits do not matter, and Ace connects King and two.

A little inside knowledge

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