The classic card game of Speed takes after its namesake. It is a fast-paced card game played by two players.
This exciting game is a race to see which player can get rid of their cards first!
Find the video tutorial and written explanation for how to play the card game speed below.
Speed Tutorial
Needed
52 card deck; two players
Deal
Each player is dealt 20 cards in two piles, 15 cards in one pile, and five cards in the other pile.
The remaining cards are setup in a horizontal line between the two players with two single cards next to each other, and a five card pile on each side of those cards.
Object of the Game
Be the first player to get rid of your 20 cards into the center piles.
Game Play
Each player holds the five card pile in their hand at the beginning of the game. The game begins with each player flipping up one of the single center cards in the middle of the table.
Players can play cards from their hands that are one number higher or one number lower than the center cards in the middle. The suit of the cards do not matter.
Players play as fast as they can and do not take turns.
Once a card is played into the center piles, the player can replace it by adding a card into their hand with a card from their personal draw pile of 15 cards.
The ace links the king and two together. So, a king can be played on an ace, or an ace can be played on a king.
The first player to play all their cards into the center piles and shouts “SPEED” wins the game.
If both players get stuck and cannot play a card from their hand onto either of the face-up cards showing on the middle piles, new cards are flipped face-up.
Each player will flip up the top card from the stock piles to outside of the center piles. Players will then continue the game play on either new card showing.
Rules
Only one card can be played into the middle at a time.
A player can have no more than five cards in their hand at a time.
If both players get stuck, and the outside card piles in the middle have all been used, new side piles are created. Shuffle the middle piles together and split them into new side piles. These replacement piles should be face-down cards
FAQ - How To Play the Card Game Speed
1. What is the card game Speed?
Speed is a fast-paced game, two-player card game where the objective is to get rid of all your cards before your opponent. It's a game of speed and quick thinking.
2. How many players can participate in Speed?
Speed is typically played with two players.
3. What is the goal of Speed?
The goal of Speed is to be the first player to empty your hand of cards. You can do this by playing cards from your hand onto two central piles in ascending or descending order.
4. How do I win a round in Speed?
To win a round, you must play all your cards before your opponent. Once you play your last card, shout "SPEED" for the win!
5. Are there any variations of the Speed game?
Yes, there are many variations and house rules for Speed. Some people play with slightly different rules or scoring methods. It's a flexible game, and you can adjust it to your preferences.
6. Can I play Speed with a standard deck of cards?
Yes, you can play Speed with a standard 52-card deck. Jokers are not used in this game.
7. How many cards do each player get in Speed?
In a two-player game of Speed, each player is dealt 20 cards.
8. Can you put a king on an ace in Speed?
Yes, a king can be played on an ace in Speed. Also, an ace can be played on a king.
9. Are there wild cards in Speed?
Speed is typically played without wild cards.
10. Are Speed and Spit the same game?
No. Speed and Spit have a number of similarities, but are each there own fast-paced card game. Check out How To Play Spit here.