When another player goes out, the goal is to minimize the number of points remaining in your hand while combining cards into valid combinations. Rummy, which is usually played with twoteen pata decks of cards, is a flexible option for parties because it can be played by two to six players. A predetermined number of cards are dealt to each player, and the remaining cards are arranged in a draw pile. In order to build their melds and strategically discard cards that could help their opponents, players alternately draw from the draw pile & the discard pile.