Because Rummy Gold has a simple set of rules that are easy to understand, players of all skill levels can play. The goal of the game, which usually starts with a standard deck of cards, is to create legitimate sets and sequences. Thrummy rummy goldree or four cards of the same rank but opposite suits make up a set, whereas three or more consecutive cards of the same suit make up a sequence. In order to combine their cards into legal combinations before their rivals do, players alternately draw and discard cards. Each player is dealt a set number of cards at the beginning of a game of Rummy Gold, typically 13. One card is positioned face-up to form a discard pile, while the other cards form a draw pile.