Classic Card Game Canasta (2020)

Developer: Webfoot
Publisher: Encore Software LLC
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Strategy
Rating: 2.8 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, traditional card game that feels like a leisurely family pastime with gentle strategic depth.

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What players say

Players are sharply split. Many say the AI cheats, the rules are different from standard Canasta, and key mechanics like picking up the discard pile are broken. Others find it a cheap, fun way to kill time, but even they note the gameplay is limited and lacks configuration options.

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