Frustration Rummy is exactly what it sounds like…A delightful mix of strategy, luck, and mild emotional damage.

Each player gets a hand of cards, and the goal is to complete a series of preset “phases” (think runs, sets, or combos like three-of-a-kind plus a straight)

Everyone starts on Phase 1, and you must complete your current phase before moving on — no skipping ahead, no matter how good your hand looks. On your turn, draw a card (from the deck or discard pile), try to lay down your phase, then discard one card to end your turn. Once you’ve laid down your phase, you can start “hitting” by adding cards to anyone’s completed sets or runs to shed your hand faster. Each round ends when someone goes out by playing their last card

If you don’t finish your phase before the round ends… welp — welcome back to the same phase next round (hence the frustration). Jokers and wild cards can help you out, but don’t get too comfy — everyone’s one lucky draw away from wrecking your master plan

First player to finish all phases wins… friendships may or may not survive