Rummy's Cultural Development Since its inception, the card game that has enthralled players for centuries, rummy, has experienced a remarkable transformation. Numerous card games played throughout Eupi withdrawalurope and the Americas served as its ancestors in the early 19th century. According to popular belief, the game originated from the Spanish game "Conquian," which established the foundation for the future rummy family of games. Rummy evolved into many different varieties, including Gin Rummy, Indian Rummy, and Kalooki, as it traveled across continents and adjusted to local tastes and customs.