Thirteen
The Vietnamese shedding card game, also called Tien Len. Beat three computer players with singles, pairs, sequences and bombs — be the first to empty your hand. No ads, no sign-in.
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How to play Thirteen (Tien Len)
Thirteen — known in Vietnam as Tien Len ("go forward") — is a shedding-type card game for four players using a standard 52-card deck. Everyone is dealt 13 cards, and the goal is simple: be the first to get rid of them all. The ranking runs 3 (lowest) up to King, then Ace, then 2 (highest), so the humble 2 is the most powerful card in the game. The player holding the 3 of spades leads the very first play and must include it.
Combinations
- Single — one card.
- Pair — two cards of the same rank.
- Triple — three of a kind.
- Sequence — three or more cards in a run (e.g. 5-6-7). Twos can't be used in runs in Standard rules.
- Double sequence — three or more consecutive pairs.
- Bomb — four of a kind (or a long double-sequence) can "chop" a powerful 2.
On your turn you must beat the current play with a higher combination of the same shape and length, or pass. Once three players pass, the last to play wins the round and leads a fresh one with anything they like.
Rule sets
- Standard — Southern (Miền Nam) rules: 2 is the highest card and can't appear in sequences.
- Classic — Northern (Miền Bắc) rules: sequences may wrap around the top of the deck.
Frequently asked questions
Is Thirteen free here?
Yes — it plays free in your browser with no ads, no sign-in, and nothing to install.
Who do I play against?
Three computer players. You're seated as "You" and the 3 of spades decides who opens.
Why is the 2 so strong?
In Thirteen the rank order ends King, Ace, 2 — so a 2 beats every other single card. Save them for when you really need them.
Can I play offline?
This web version needs a browser. For fully offline play and more games, try the free Snackpack Brain Games Vol 2 app.