42 Dominoes

42 Dominoes

Texas 42 Four Hands Game

11K ratings
180 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 18, 2016
  • January 19, 2025
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Experience a classic Texas domino trick-taking game with bids and trumps. Enjoy ultra HD graphics, customizable board and bone appearances, and intelligent AI opponents. This app offers a smooth, engaging gameplay experience for fans of strategic card and board games.

Ultra HD graphics
Game scoring (marks or points)
Manual or automatic bone dealing
Animated moves
Highlight legal moves
Hint option for best next move
AI quick response time
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What's New in 42 Dominoes

3.1

January 19, 2025

Minor fixes.

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In-App Purchases

$9.99

All In One

All options in game.

User reviews

Computer flaws

The computer does not recognize the trumps somebody can play a double five and the Trump is four and you have one Trump left. They will say you lost the game.! I have been playing this game now for about a year and a half. I wish they would make it realistic like if you’re at the end of the game, maybe there’s two places left. They will give away a double six and a0 one. I would prefer to it to be more realistic, so you could really learn to play. I would like to add. That my Domino’s don't come over to me. I have to touch each one with my finger to get them to move. I paid for a smart partner twice and he's dumber than dirt. you haven't done anything about my partner. He is supposed to be a smart partner. He will be with one Trump. He's losing us every game and I paid for him twice. it's me again and I paid twice just like I told you. For a smart partner. This partner is so dumb he will bid 31 with one Trump and no doubles what is going on. I want my old partner back.!!!!!
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Fun but not too 42 smart

The game as played for free, is so so dumb.

Bids with only 2 trumps
Will bid with 5 - 0 blind off
Plays trumps all the way out first
Partner won’t throw you points at time that would be helpful
Partner plays points when you likely will lose a trick
Etc. etc.

CPU doesn’t play by book

It’s alright but your CPU partner does not play by the standard rules partners should play by making play confusing and hard. As well your partner will consistently out bid you and lose

It’s okay

The game moves well and is a good ‘bid based’ challenge. Sometimes my partner makes worse mistakes than I do.

Pretty good

My only complaint is kinda big. The smart partner option isn’t smart. The partner makes frequent unforced errors that even the opponents don’t make. For example, leading an unprotected 6:4 when 6:5 and 6:6 or trumps are still out, and calling blanks as trump then leading with blank 5 with blank 6 and double blank is still out. These partner errors (and a couple others) occur even when it should be obvious I don’t have the suit or trumps. The opponents never make such mistakes, so the code exists and should be applied when the smart partner option is checked. Otherwise, the app works well and is fun to play; even better than others I’ve tried.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Incorrect domino scoring on final trick

Bug

Partner always chooses blanks as trumps

Bug

Partner plays trumps unnecessarily when team has all trumps

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add multiplayer online option

Feature

Improve AI partner strategy

Feature

Allow customization of game settings

Feature

Implement 'plunge' bidding and 'sevens' hand

Feature

Enhance scoring accuracy and transparency

Feature

FAQ

What is 42 Dominoes?

42 Dominoes is a digital adaptation of the traditional Texas 42 domino trick-taking game. It features bids and trumps, similar to card games like Spades or Bridge. The app aims to provide an authentic and enjoyable gameplay experience for this classic game.

What are the key features of this domino game?

The app boasts ultra HD graphics, game scoring for marks or points, and options for manual or automatic bone dealing. It also includes animated moves, highlights legal moves, and offers a hint option to guide players. The interface is designed for ease of use, with customizable board and bone appearances.

Is 42 Dominoes free to play?

The application is free to download and play. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or customization options. Specific details about these purchases are available within the app itself.

What devices is 42 Dominoes compatible with?

The game is designed with ultra HD graphics suitable for devices like the iPhone 6 Plus and iPad Air. While specific compatibility details can vary, it is generally optimized for modern iOS devices that can support high-resolution displays and advanced graphics.

What is the typical use case for 42 Dominoes?

This app is ideal for individuals looking to play the Texas 42 domino game digitally, whether they are experienced players or newcomers. It serves as a convenient way to enjoy a strategic trick-taking game anytime, anywhere, offering features that enhance the learning and playing experience.