How to Play War Card Game
War is a classic card game that is often played by two players. It is an easy game for children to learn and it only takes a few minutes to play.
What You Will Need
To play War you will need:
- A standard deck of 52 playing cards
- Two players
Dealing the Cards
Once you have gathered the necessary components, the game can begin. Start by having the two players sitting across from each other. Deal out all of the cards in the deck one at a time, one to each player, until all cards are dealt.
Object of the Game
The goal of the game is to end up with all the cards. The player that collects all of the cards wins.
How to Play
- Both players turn up a card at the same time and the player with the higher card takes both cards and puts them, face down, on the bottom of his stack.
- If the two cards are of equal value, then there is a “war”. Both players put the next card of their pile face down and then one more card face-up. The player with the higher card wins the war and adds all the cards on the table to the bottom of their deck.
- The game ends when one player has collected all the cards.
Conclusion
War is a simple card game that can be a fun way to pass time with family and friends. Once it is learned, children can quickly become proficient at playing and it can be enjoyed on a regular basis.
