Item: Gonga
Rating: 74
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

74/100

Gonga is a digital adaptation of a card game that will be very familiar to fans of Rummy or Gin, but with its own specific regional twists. It’s based on a traditional Cypriot game and focuses on getting rid of all your cards by forming sets and runs. It’s the kind of game that’s easy to pick up but takes a while to truly master, especially when you start playing against the expert-level AI.

One of the best things about this app is the complete lack of advertisements and in-app purchases. It’s a pure, clean experience which is becoming increasingly rare on the App Store. The UI is simple and functional, focusing entirely on the cards and the gameplay. It’s a great choice for card game enthusiasts looking for a solid, distraction-free version of a classic.

Dinsun reviewed on: Sun May 19 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1510153512

$2.99 4+★5 3 reviews

Author : Kinygos Ltd

Pubish Date : Fri May 29 2020

Last Update Date : Thu May 08 2025

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.3Thu May 08 2025

* Added a transition to the game-over screen.
* Report leaderboard position at the end of the game.
* Fixed support for using 2 jokers in a set.
* Tweaked the design.
Gonga is a game based on Gin / Rummy played with 10 cards for points over multiple hands.
Be the last player left in the game!
In each hand you play, get rid of all your cards first so your opponents have to add their hand value to their score.
If your score hits the table target, you're out of the game.
Play against up to 3 opponents with beginner or expert skill level.
Follows the traditional Cypriot game for the table target, jokers, and number of decks depending on the number of players.
There are no adverts and no in-app purchases.
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Gonga is a traditional Cypriot version of Gin / Rummy played with 10 cards for points over multiple hands. Play up to 3 opponents with beginner or expert skill level.
Gonga is a game based on Gin / Rummy played with 10 cards for points over multiple hands.
Be the last player left in the game!
In each hand you play, get rid of all your cards first so your opponents have to add their hand value to their score.
If your score hits the table target, you're out of the game.
Play against up to 3 opponents with beginner or expert skill level.
Follows the traditional Cypriot game for the table target, jokers, and number of decks depending on the number of players.
There are no adverts and no in-app purchases.

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 3 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Gonga is a polished mobile version of the traditional Cypriot card game. Played with 10 cards, the goal is to form sets and runs to empty your hand before your opponents. This version features beginner and expert AI levels, Game Center integration for achievements and leaderboards, and a completely ad-free experience. With no in-app purchases, it offers a fair and focused environment for fans of classic card strategy.

Features

Traditional Cypriot ruleset

Completely ad-free and no IAP

Beginner and Expert AI levels

Game Center leaderboards and achievements

Tips

Strategies for Success

Pay close attention to the cards your opponents are picking up from the discard pile. This gives you a clue as to what sets they are building and which cards you should avoid discarding.

Promotion Videos

GUARDIAN: THE LONELY AND GREAT GOD (GOBLIN) - OFFICIAL TRAILER | Gong Yoo, Lee Dong Wook, Kim Go Eun - YouTube

Gameplays

Using Jokers

Jokers are incredibly powerful and can represent any card. Save them for the end of the round to finish a difficult set and surprise your opponents with a 'Gonga'!