# Cutthroat Pinochle

> 3-handed trick-taking game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733060571](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733060571)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id733060571`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** fishdog.net
- **Category:** Card
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (1,782 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-12
- **First published:** 2014-07-05
- **Size:** 52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cutthroat-pinochle/id733060571)
- **Website:** [https://fishdog.net](https://fishdog.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://fishdog.net/privacy](http://fishdog.net/privacy)

## Description

From the developer of the most popular Pinochle app in the App Store comes Cutthroat Pinochle, a 3-handed version of the trick-taking game. It uses a special 48-card deck of 9s, 10s, Jacks, Queens, Kings and Aces. The game cycles through bidding to win the optional kitty and name trump, then melding, and trick-taking.

Players score by melding card combinations and by taking tricks. The rules can be adjusted to match the variation you're familiar with. This Chrome extension brings the classic Pinochle experience to your browser with smooth controls and fast rounds.

## Rankings

- #42,397 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise the app for its authentic 3-player cutthroat feel, ease of controls, appealing graphics, and rich options. Many users also highlight its educational value and ability to improve skills. However, recurring issues include glitches and instability, bidding rules that feel discordant with real play, and AI behavior that can be inconsistent or predictable. Update-induced UI changes are also a point of contention for some. Overall, it’s seen as the best available substitute for live play, with notable room for stability and rule-adjustment improvements.

### Pros

- Authentic feel for 3-player cutthroat pinochle and a strong substitute for live play.
- Controls are easy to use and graphics are appealing; gameplay is smooth most of the time.
- Rich feature set with many options and rule variations.
- Improves skills and teaches new strategies; keeps the mind sharp.
- Generally fast, fun, and widely regarded as one of the best 3-player pinochle apps available.

### Cons

- Frequent glitches and instability; occasional jerky moves during play.
- Bidding mechanics can be frustrating (opening bids/minimums); redeals and rules don’t always mirror real-life play.
- AI behavior is inconsistent or predictable and can misplay trump/hold positions, reducing challenge.
- Some users dislike certain UI changes in updates and feel updated versions alter the experience.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id733060571)