Game guide · XINHENGEST
Find your footing in Gin Score Calculator
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Enter the knocker’s deadwood from 0 to 10. Zero means Gin. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Fixed house bonuses of 25. It does not include line bonuses or a match-end bonus.
Give this approach a try
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Enter the defender’s deadwood after any legal layoffs; against Gin no layoff is allowed. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Understand the aim
Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. Use another round to revisit a decision. Keep the active rule in mind.
Follow these playing steps
- Enter the knocker’s deadwood from 0 to 10. Zero means Gin.
- Enter the defender’s deadwood after any legal layoffs; against Gin no layoff is allowed.
- Calculate the result. Gin scores 25 plus defender deadwood; an undercut scores 25 plus the difference.
- For an ordinary successful knock, the knocker scores only the positive difference.
How to interact with the game
Use the two numeric fields, then Calculate score. This tool uses whole numbers. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Begin with the objective.
A closer look at one example
A knock of 8 against 5 is an undercut: the defender receives 28. Gin against 18 earns the knocker 43. Use another round to revisit a decision.
An important reminder
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Enter post-layoff values. This arithmetic tool does not choose card groupings from card images. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Questions that come up during play
What is the aim?
Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
How do I use the controls?
Use the two numeric fields, then Calculate score. This tool uses whole numbers. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which format is available?
Fixed house bonuses of 25. It does not include line bonuses or a match-end bonus. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Enter post-layoff values. This arithmetic tool does not choose card groupings from card images. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
A knock of 8 against 5 is an undercut: the defender receives 28. Gin against 18 earns the knocker 43. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
How is a tie scored?
A non-Gin deadwood tie is an undercut, so the defender receives 25 points. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Can I use other Gin bonus values?
This calculator uses the same 25/25 values as this site’s Gin table. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Does it automatically lay off cards?
No. Enter the defender’s final value after layoffs. The playable Gin table performs card-based layoff analysis. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Do I need an account or an app?
No. Open the page in a JavaScript-enabled browser. No player account or APK is needed. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Are these scores cash or prizes?
No. Points are used only for free play and practice. There are no deposits, cash stakes or withdrawals. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.