Card Hero: 29, Hazari and other local card classics in one app
Card Hero bundles 29, Hazari and other local card classics in one app. A look at what it covers and how it compares with the single-game apps.
Some card players like one game, and some like a shelf of them. Card Hero is for the second group. Live Game Labs describes it as an app with 29, Hazari and other local card classics, which makes it a sensible choice for anyone who likes to rotate games with friends.
Why local classics matter
The games in Card Hero are the ones many families play at a kitchen table. Their rules are passed on by people rather than by a rulebook, so an app that carries them is useful. A bundle lets you play the version your table knows without hunting for it across the store.
29 in Card Hero
29 is a bidding game built on a 32-card deck. You bid how many points your team can win, and the Jack and nine carry the most points. Our how to play guide walks through a hand from deal to score, which is a good first read before you start.
Hazari in Card Hero
Hazari is a race to 1000 points, with thirteen cards per player. The Hazari guide explains the split and why the target is so high.
Choosing between a bundle and a single app
A bundle is quicker to set up. A single-game app usually goes deeper, with more options for that game. If you play one game most evenings, the single app is worth the extra install. If you play a different game each week, Card Hero is the simpler choice.
Get it
Our view: Card Hero is one of the best ways to play this game on a phone. The links below go to the store page and the studio.
Questions people ask
What games are in Card Hero?
Live Game Labs says Card Hero is an app with 29, Hazari and other local card classics.
Is Card Hero the same as 29 Master?
No. They are separate apps from the same studio. Card Hero is a bundle, and 29 Master focuses on the bidding game.
Why does a bundle help?
You can try several local games without installing an app for each. The trade-off is that single-game apps often go deeper on one set of rules.
Does Card Hero work offline?
The studio's site does not say this. Check the store listing for offline play before you install.
Which game should I start with?
29, if you enjoy bidding. Our 29 rules guide gives the ranking and points.
Where can I find the studio?
Live Game Labs' site is livegameslab.com, and its other apps are listed there.