Question 1

What is the difference between a set and a run?

Accepted Answer

A set is 34 tiles with the same number but different colors. A run is 3+ consecutive numbers of the same color.

Question 2

How do joker tiles work?

Accepted Answer

Joker tiles are wild and can substitute any tile in a set or run. They're valuable for completing difficult combinations.

Question 3

What is the initial play requirement?

Accepted Answer

You must play melds worth at least 30 points in your first turn before you can start adding to the board.

Question 4

Can I rearrange existing melds?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can rearrange melds on the board to create new combinations, as long as all tiles end up in valid sets or runs.

Question 5

How are points calculated?

Accepted Answer

Number tiles equal their face value. Face tiles (if present) have higher values. Winner gets points from tiles remaining in opponents' hands.

Question 6

Is Tile Rummy single-player on Arcadia?

Accepted Answer

Yes  Tile Rummy is available in singleplayer against computer for strategic practice.