War is the classic high-card showdown where the deck is split evenly between two players. Each side flips a card and the higher one wins both, with tied cards triggering a dramatic 'war' for a larger pile.
How to play War
- Split the shuffled deck evenly between both players
- Each player flips their top card face up
- The higher card wins both cards into that player's pile
- On a tie, place cards down and flip again to settle the war
Tips & strategy
- War is largely luck, so enjoy the swings of the flip
- Watch the pile sizes to track who is pulling ahead
- Tied rounds can shift the whole game, so the stakes spike fast
Controls: Click or tap to flip the next card.
War — FAQ
What happens on a tie?
A 'war' begins where each player lays extra cards down, then flips again, and the winner takes the whole pile.
How does someone win?
A player wins by collecting every card in the deck.
What are the rules of the War card game?
The deck is split between two players, and each round both flip their top card with the higher card winning both. The player who collects all the cards wins the game.
Can you play War 2 player on one device?
Yes, War is a 2 player card game you can play on a single screen, taking turns flipping cards, and you can also play it solo against the computer.
How long does a game of War take?
War is driven by luck of the draw, so a game can be quick or run long depending on how the cards fall, especially when ties trigger extra War rounds.
Is the War card game free and does it work offline?
Yes, it is free to play online in your browser with no download, and it also works fully offline in the free Offline Games Arcade app for iOS and Android.
