Q: The computer seems to be cheating when he gets gin — the cards in his left most pile aren't a valid meld.
A: Currently, the game does not indicate if the computer knocked or got gin with any signal. The only way to tell if he knocked is if his left pile of cards does not fit together. If this is the case, then these are his "deadwood" cards — leftover cards that are not part of his valid melds — and he has just knocked. Otherwise, if the cards in the left most pile are a valid meld of three or more, then the computer has gin.
Q: I am used to playing with a different scoring system. Are there options to change the scoring?
A: As of this version, the scoring remains very simple with no customizable options. Many of you have contributed good ideas, however, which will be incorporated in the next major release.
Q: I saved the game but the scores weren't saved.
A: Scores aren't currently saved with a game. This will probably change in the next major release.
Q: Can I turn off the sounds?
A: Next major release you'll be able to (playing at work? :).
Q: It's not keeping score!
A: If you choose "New Deal" before you are done melding then the scores will not be tallied. To indicate you are done melding, choose "Done Melding" or "Auto-Meld" from the "You" menu or click on the draw pile (the cursor should be a green circle).
On the prices for the registered version
We charge $12 or $14 for the registered version of Classic Gin Rummy: $12 for a copy which we send to you via email, or $14 for a copy we send to you on diskette. They are identical versions, their delivery methods are the only difference. Many customers prefer receiving a diskette, so we include that as an option. The extra $2 offsets media and shipping costs.
Please send any questions about the game or registering to mterry@kagi.com. Thanks!
