We're excited to announce a new quality-of-life improvement to our online Shanghai Rummy game that focuses on making the single-player experience more enjoyable and strategic.

What's New?

In games where a human player competes exclusively against bot opponents, the human player will now always take the first turn of each round. This seemingly small change brings significant improvements to the gameplay experience.

Why This Matters

When playing card games online, one of the key differences from physical card games is the need to quickly assess your hand and develop a strategy. While bot players can make instant decisions, human players need time to:

• Arrange their cards into potential melds
• Analyze the available buy options
• Consider their strategic approach for the round
• Plan their card discards

Previously, bot opponents could begin their turns immediately, sometimes making crucial buying decisions before players had a chance to fully evaluate their options. This created unnecessary pressure and could lead to rushed decision-making.

Improved Gaming Experience

By ensuring human players take the first turn, we've created a more balanced and thoughtful gaming environment. Players now have the opportunity to:

• Properly organize their hand without time pressure
• Make informed decisions about buying cards
• Develop their strategy before any bot actions affect the game state
• Enjoy a more relaxed and strategic gaming session

This update maintains the game's competitive nature while acknowledging the natural differences between human and bot play styles.

Looking Forward

We remain committed to making Shanghai Rummy as enjoyable as possible for our players. This update is part of our ongoing efforts to fine-tune the gaming experience and ensure it closely mirrors the strategic depth of traditional card games.

Thank you for your continued support and happy playing!

Feedback and Suggestions

We always appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Please don't hesitate to reach out with your thoughts or any questions about new gameplay.

Have a go and play now!

With warm regards,
The Shanghai Rummy Team