Scopa Fantogame – The classic Italian card game, anytime, anywhere
Scopa Fantogame brings one of the most beloved Italian card games straight to your device. Challenge the computer or take on other players online in thrilling Scopa matches, enjoying a faithful experience with traditional rules, plus online leaderboards and a friends list to keep the competition alive.
Game Modes
- Against the Computer – perfect for practice, learning the rules, or refining your strategy.
- Online Multiplayer – face real opponents from around the world, climb the leaderboards, and prove yourself as a true Scopa master. You can also add friends to play with them again anytime.
Basic Rules
The game uses a 40-card Italian deck divided into four suits:
- Cups (Coppe)
- Coins (Denari)
- Swords (Spade)
- Clubs (Bastoni)
Each suit contains ten cards, from 1 (Ace) to 7, plus three face cards: Jack (Fante), Knight (Cavallo), and King (Re).
At the start of each round, three cards are dealt to each player, and four cards are placed face-up on the table.
On your turn:
- Play one card from your hand.
- Try to capture one or more cards from the table whose combined value matches the value of the card you played.
- Example: If you play a 5, you can take a single 5 from the table, or a 3 and a 2.
If you clear all cards from the table, you score a Scopa (Sweep) and earn 1 bonus point. A captured card is placed sideways in your pile to mark the Scopa.
When players run out of cards in hand, the dealer gives each one 3 new cards, until the deck is empty.
End-of-Round Scoring
At the end of each round, points are awarded as follows:
- Most Cards – 1 point to the player who captured the most total cards.
- Most Coins (Denari) – 1 point to the player who captured the most cards in the Coins suit.
- Settebello – 1 point to the player who captured the 7 of Coins.
- Primiera – 1 point to the player with the best combination of cards (one per suit), calculated with traditional Primiera values (7 = 21 points, 6 = 18 points, Ace = 16 points, 5 = 15 points, etc.).
- Scopas (Sweeps) – 1 point for each Scopa made during the round.
Winning the Game
The game ends when one player reaches 11 points or more. In the event of a tie, another round is played until a clear winner is determined.
Tips & Strategy
To master Scopa Fantogame, you’ll need more than just luck – you’ll need tactics:
- Track played cards to predict what’s left in the deck.
- Avoid giving easy Sweeps – don’t leave cards on the table that make it simple for your opponent to clear it.
- Aim for Primiera – keeping 7s and 6s in each suit greatly improves your Primiera chances.
- Control the Coins suit – capturing the Settebello and other Coins cards can win you extra points.
Main Features
- Authentic Italian card graphics.
- Single-player and online multiplayer modes.
- Global leaderboards to compare your scores with players worldwide.
- Friends list to challenge the same opponents again.
- Simple, intuitive interface for beginners and experts alike.
Scopa Fantogame isn’t just a game – it’s a piece of Italian culture, always at your fingertips. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to Scopa, you’ll enjoy the perfect mix of skill, memory, and strategy needed to dominate the table.
Short Promotional Description – English
Play Scopa Fantogame, the classic Italian card game! Challenge the computer or real players online, climb the leaderboards, and capture the Settebello. Traditional rules, authentic graphics, and pure strategy: first to 11 points wins. Make Sweeps, take more cards, and rule the table!