Kraken
About Kraken
Kraken is a Dutch card game and a variant on the classic game Klaverjassen. You play in teams, using the same trick-based structure as Klaverjassen, with one added twist: teams can choose to double the game if they believe the opposing team cannot reach half of the points. It runs free in your browser, no download required.
How to play Kraken
Kraken follows the structure of Klaverjassen, played in teams with cards and points earned through tricks. During a round, a team can choose to double the game if they judge that the other team will not manage to score half of the total points. This decision adds a layer of strategy on top of the normal Klaverjassen rules, since teams must weigh their hand and the risk of doubling before committing.
Tips for playing Kraken
- Only double when you are fairly confident the other team will struggle to reach half the points, since this decision is central to Kraken's strategy.
- Pay attention to how the doubling option changes the risk and reward of each round compared to standard play.
- Since Kraken is based on Klaverjassen, understanding that game's trick and point structure will help you decide when to double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kraken card game?
Kraken is a Dutch card game that is a variant of Klaverjassen. It adds the option for a team to double the game if they think the other team cannot score half of the points.
Do I need to download anything to play Kraken?
No, Kraken runs entirely in your browser and needs no download.
How is Kraken different from Klaverjassen?
Kraken uses the same basic structure as Klaverjassen but adds a doubling option, letting a team double the game if they believe the opposing team will not reach half of the points.
