The Game of Pinochle

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Magic:_The_Gathering_set
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:David_Parlett
gptkbp:accessibility requires knowledge of rules
gptkbp:challenges requires strategic thinking
gptkbp:championship exists
gptkbp:community active online and offline
often played in gatherings
gptkbp:cultural_significance social game among friends
gptkbp:final_score meld and trick points
gptkbp:finale_date first to reach a set score
gptkbp:first_published 1868
gptkbp:game_components cards and score sheets
gptkbp:game_length 30 to 90 minutes
end of round or score limit
gptkbp:game_type specific terms for melds and bids
gptkbp:gameplay can be played casually or competitively
computer and mobile versions
understanding opponents is key
gptkbp:has_role partners in team play
gptkbp:has_variants can be played with house rules
different scoring systems exist
double-deck Pinochle
gptkbp:historical_event evolved from other card games
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Game of Pinochle
gptkbp:influence influenced other trick-taking games
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for books and online tutorials available
gptkbp:is_popular_in varies by region
popular in the 20th century
has a dedicated following.
gptkbp:issues miscounting melds
gptkbp:legacy remains popular in certain circles
gptkbp:material requires a specific deck
gptkbp:mechanics players play one card each
gptkbp:moral fair play is essential
gptkbp:notable_cards 48
Ace, 10, King, Queen, Jack
Pinochle deck
gptkbp:notable_players none known
gptkbp:number_of_teams 2 to 4
balance between luck and skill
gptkbp:objective score points through melds and tricks
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:rules complex and strategic
gptkbp:setting deal cards to players
gptkbp:similar_games Euchre
gptkbp:skills gptkb:battle
gptkbp:strategic_importance bidding and melding
gptkbp:tactics card counting and memory
gptkbp:team recognized in card game communities
gptkbp:tradition often played during holidays
gptkbp:training moderate
gptkbp:variant Pinochle with Jokers
single-deck Pinochle