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Bid Whist

Bid Whist

Partnership trick-taking card game with bidding and Uptown/Downtown direction

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Players
4
Estimated Time
~25 min
Difficulty
Medium

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About this Game

Play Bid Whist online free — the partnership trick-taking game with a twist. Bid Whist uses a 54-card deck with two jokers and adds a unique Uptown/Downtown mechanic: in Uptown, Aces rank highest; in Downtown, Aces drop to the bottom. Combined with kitty exchange and strategic bidding, every hand plays differently.

On Stone Online, team up with a partner and challenge real opponents from around the world in seconds. Coordinate your bids, swap cards through the kitty, and outplay the other team trick by trick. No downloads, no signup — just free real-time multiplayer Bid Whist in your browser.

Bid Whist evolved from traditional Whist in the African-American community and has been a beloved social card game for generations, especially across the American South.

How to Play

Deal 12 cards to each player from the 54-card deck. Set the remaining 6 aside as the kitty. Bidding starts left of the dealer and goes clockwise. Bid 3 to 7 tricks. Choose Uptown (Ace high), Downtown (Ace low), or No Trump.

The highest bidder picks up the kitty, declares a trump suit, then discards 6 cards. You must follow the lead suit. If you can't, play trump or any card. Meet your bid and you score that many points. Fall short and you lose that many. The Big Joker is the strongest card, followed by the Little Joker.

Game Modes

Standard
Standard 4-player rules with 54 cards, Uptown/Downtown direction choice, and kitty exchange.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I play Bid Whist online?

Click Play Now, create a room or join an existing one. Once all players are ready, the game starts automatically.

Is Bid Whist free to play?

Yes, Bid Whist on Stone Online is completely free. No downloads, no ads, no subscriptions.

How many players can play Bid Whist?

Bid Whist supports 4 to 4 players on Stone Online.

Do I need an account to play?

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