Tichu in IOS

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Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

87/100

Tichu is often called the best four-player card game in the world, and this app is the definitive way to play it on the go. It’s a partnership game that blends elements of Bridge, Poker, and 'climbing' games like President. The depth comes from the 'Tichu' call—a high-stakes bet that you will finish first—which can lead to massive point swings and incredibly tense moments.

The app's implementation is top-tier. The online lobby is active with dedicated players, and the AI is competent enough to provide a real challenge in single-player mode. The interface is clean, showing all the necessary information without cluttering the screen. For anyone who loves deep, strategic card games where teamwork is just as important as the cards you hold, Tichu is an essential download. It’s a game that you can play for a lifetime and still find new strategies.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.0.53Mon Feb 09 2026

Fix occasional crashes when displaying alerts.


*** Listed on Games Magazine's Electronic Games 100 for 2011! ***

Shall I Teach You About Tichu?

Legend has it that over 642 million Chinese play Tichu nearly every day! I don't know about that. All I know is that Tichu might very well be the world's best card game.

Tichu is a partnership game for four players where partners battle to be the first to play all of their cards and score points. Each hand is filled with strategy and risk. Will you be the first player to play all of your cards? Perhaps you'd like to make a little wager on that? Are you willing to risk 100 points? How about 200?

Tichu has long been the favorite card game of all time on BoardGameGeek. Find out why! I promise that you won't regret it!

Tichu boasts the following great features:

* Fully licensed and authorized by designer Urs Hostettler and publisher Fata Morgana Spiele.

* Computer controlled opponents boast a challenging and lifelike Artificial Intelligence that is configurable in numerous ways.

* Up to 4 humans can play linked over Bluetooth or Game Center.

* Full support for Game Center! including achievements, leaderboards, and world-wide multiplayer!

* Extensive tutorial and in-game documentation will teach you how to play and have you playing like a champ in no time.

* Shake-A-Hint™ feature helps you play while you learn.

* Music and sound effects.

* Keep track of up to 4 games at once.

* Keep track of your game's progress with a fully automated score sheet.

* Track your statistics over multiple game sessions.

* Play in English or German.

* Optimized high resolution images for iPhone 4 and iPad.

(It also looks fantastic on older iPhones and iPod touch.)

Follow the developer on Twitter @sblanding.

Note: If you encounter any issue which you think is a bug, or even if you would just like to drop me a line, please send me email at steve-at-housefullofgames-dot-com. Posting bug reports in the comments below doesn't help me because I can't contact you to ask for more details. Please don't hesitate to write. I'd love to hear from you!


Requires iOS 13 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

*** Listed on Games Magazine's Electronic Games 100 for 2011! ***

Legend has it that over 642 million Chinese play Tichu nearly every day! I don't know about that. All I know is that Tichu might very well be the world's best card game.

Tichu is a partnership game for four players where partners battle to be the first to play all of their cards and score points. Each hand is filled with strategy and risk. Will you be the first player to play all of your cards? Perhaps you'd like to make a little wager on that? Are you willing to risk 100 points? How about 200?

Tichu has long been the favorite card game of all time on BoardGameGeek. Find out why! I promise that you won't regret it!

Tichu boasts the following great features:

Fully licensed and authorized by designer Urs Hostettler and publisher Fata Morgana Spiele.

Computer controlled opponents boast a challenging and lifelike Artificial Intelligence that is configurable in numerous ways.

Up to 4 humans can play from any supported device in any part of the world.

Data automatically backed up to the cloud and synced to any device that runs the game!

Extensive tutorial and in-game documentation will teach you how to play and have you playing like a champ in no time.

Hint feature helps you play while you learn.

Choose from multiple beautiful deck styles.


Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 315 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Tichu is an expertly crafted card game for four players in partnerships. This official app brings the classic game to life with robust online multiplayer, challenging AI, and customizable settings. Learn the unique 'Special Cards' like the Dragon and the Phoenix, master the art of the 'Grand Tichu' call, and compete against players from around the world.

Features

1

Online multiplayer lobby

2

Advanced AI for solo play

3

Interactive rule tutorial

4

Stat tracking and rankings

5

Customizable card and table art

Tips

Promotion Videos

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Gameplays

Q&A

A Grand Tichu is called before you see your ninth card. It is worth 200 points but is much riskier than a standard Tichu.

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