Tongits

Tongits is a popular Filipino rummy card game. Originating in the northern Philippines, the game was brought to the United States in the mid-90's and was quickly adopted on college campuses. It offered a new alternative to long time favorites pusoy dos and spades.

Anyone familiar with other rummy games such as Gin Rummy or Mah Jhong can easily learn to play Tongits. It is a fun, fast moving game. It encourages players to work together but in the end it's winner takes all.

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Press Reviews

"Tongits is a really addicting card game. Tongits may seem hard to play as you read through this, but it is not hard to get the hang of. The game is a bit complicated to explain, but not complicated to play. I really liked it and kept playing round after round."

» CasualGamerChick.com

"I really have to say that beyond the intuitive drag-and-drop interface, I loved playing with the AI (artificial intelligence). It was very challenging (though after several dozen rounds, I kinda got to know how the two other players cook their strategy that I’ve been able to predict when they will draw). But you guys have to try this. Props to Rico for a job well done."

» YugaTech.com

"After a few games I started getting the hang of it and having fun. Overall it’s a great game with a pretty challenging AI. The graphics could be a little better, but it doesn’t detract too much."

» TheAirGames.com

"I would have posted this earlier today, but I got hooked playing the game for three hours. And I’m already losing against both the computer, with current wins 30, 25, 23 (I have the 23 wins). I’m still playing (alt+tabbing) as I’m writing this article."

» Tambayan.ph

Features

Drag & Drop Interface. The game feels like the real thing with its intuitive drag & drop interface.
Realistic And Challenging AI. The computers play like live human tongits players.
Innovative Way of Organizing Cards. Just like in the real game, you are free to group and organize cards in any way you like. This significantly improves your planning and strategy.
Betting Simulation. Betting enhances the realistic feel of the game. It adds excitement and suspense and gives the player a sense of accomplishment and progress.
Game Saving. The game is automatically saved after each round to preserve the precious progress you have made.
Statistics. Relevant game statistics such as number of wins and money won, are saved for each player.
Clear Card Images. The cards were designed to be easy to read and identify. This helps you easily spot important cards that you might need to win the game.
A Solid Trainer. If you are a professional Tongits player, the game can supplement your training. And with the high level AI, you won't need human opponents to practice with.
Continuous Development. The game is continuously being developed and improved to further enhance the player's experience.

Screenshots

Download Demo Version 1.0.6 Built 2/26/2008

The game uses Adobe's latest runtime technology, Adobe® AIR™. You have 2 options, you can either download the Tongits AIR package and install it later if you have the AIR runtime or you can install the game directly from your browser without worrying about the availability of the AIR runtime in your system.

Option 1: Install Directly From Your Browser

Option 2: Install Adobe® AIR™ and Download Tongits AIR package

The demo allows you to run the game 10 times, after the trial period expires you would have to register the game to be able to continue playing.

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Registration

If you liked the game please consider registering it.

Registration is only ~~$10.00~~ $5.00 and has the following benefits:

Unlimited play.
Your registration key will be valid for all updates within the year 2008.
It will help support further development of the game.

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What They Say About Tongits

"Love the game. Just purchased the full version. I have won 112 games and have a pot worth $1910 against the AI Sofia has $-145 won 110 games and Felix has $1205 won 121 games."
- Barbara ONeal, Mar 22, 2008

"Thank you so much.. Your game is really great! I have downloaded many tongits application but yours is the best! More power to you and thank you!"
- Maria Rea Delos Santos, Feb 20, 2008

"The game is fun and easy to understand."
- Michael Dalida, Jan 21, 2008

"I've been playing your Tongits game for awhile now and the gameplay, graphics, and sounds are all great. I registered the game since I liked it so much. I also tried the WinTongits game but your game is a lot better so I'm sticking with your game instead... I think your game is great and well worth the price to play it. I hope a lot of people buy it."
- Robert Rozum, Jan 20, 2008

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