# Blackbird!

> Card

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id563960217](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id563960217)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id563960217`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** R. Don Wilson
- **Category:** Card
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (6,985 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-10-28
- **First published:** 2012-09-28
- **Size:** 38 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/blackbird/id563960217)
- **Website:** [https://blackbird.donwilson.net/](https://blackbird.donwilson.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://blackbird.donwilson.net/privacy.html](https://blackbird.donwilson.net/privacy.html)

## Description

Blackbird! is a ROOK-inspired trick-taking card game for Chrome. Compete against the computer with two classic rule sets—Kentucky Discard and Western Wyoming—and tailor the rules with on/off options such as including 1s worth 15 points, Low/High/10.5 Blackbird card, removing the Blackbird card, allowing Blackbird to be played anytime, and whether the winning bidder leads the first trick. You can also adjust the game-winning score and bonus for taking the most tricks, among other customizable options.

Earn achievements, track comprehensive game statistics, and challenge friends to beat your scores. This game is not affiliated with Hasbro; ROOK is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc.

## Rankings

- #21,709 — Overall
- #25 — Casino (Paid)

## Review summary

Players love Blackbird! for its nostalgic feel and deep customization across Rook variants, including Red 1 trump. A major recurring wish is for online multiplayer. The app supports practice and learning with solid AI, though some users report AI cheating or frustrating plays. Save/continue issues after updates and occasional bugs also appear in reviews. Overall, the game is enjoyable and feature-rich, with a clear path forward focused on adding online play while preserving customization and gameplay quality.

### Pros

- Fun to play and nostalgic; great for learning and family play.
- Rich customization with many Rook variants and rule options (including Red 1 as trump).
- Good for practicing card counting and learning rook strategy.
- AI provides a solid, credible challenge and is generally well-programmed across matches.

### Cons

- No online multiplayer option despite strong user demand; many reviews request online/remote play.
- Continue/save-progress feature often broken after updates; users cannot resume ongoing games.
- AI can cheat or play in frustrating ways at times, leading to mistrust and disappointment.
- Occasional bugs like the game resetting or not remembering progress can disrupt play.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id563960217)