# 5-Handed Pinochle+

> Five-handed trick-taking card game with unique partnership mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by fishdog.net.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-handed-pinochle-plus/id1494538375 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [fishdog.net](https://appshunter.io/developer/337519299)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Card, Family
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-handed-pinochle-plus/id1494538375/reviews.md

## What is 5?

No ads, no tracking, no subscriptions. It's a trick-taking card game app that will be easy to learn for all pinochle players. Growing up in a house full of pinochle players, there were many times we had exactly 5 players -- so my family invented this 5-handed game. It uses a double pinochle deck with 9s removed. Each player is dealt 16 cards, and the bidding begins at 40, 45, or 50.

After years of trial and error, Dad and I agreed on a good method for choosing the high bidder's partner: After someone wins the bidding and names trump, four 9s are dealt face down to the center of the table. Each player (but not the bid winner) flips over a 9. In this app, you can tap a 9 yourself, or let the robots pick theirs first. The player whose 9 suit matches the bid winner's trump suit becomes the bid winner's partner for that hand. The other 3 players form a team to oppose them. (In this app, the bidding team is blue, their opponents are yellow.)

The high bidder and their partner exchange 4 cards. Then everyone lays down meld and plays tricks. The bidding team's meld and tricks are weighed against their high bid, and the 2 players will lose the bid amount if they fall short, or add their meld and tricks to both players' scores if they meet or exceed the bid. The non-bidding team's meld and tricks are added to each of those 3 players' scores.

Five-handed pinochle is probably my favorite version of pinochle. The double deck and passing cards result in great hands, so the bidding can go high. It's lots of fun and can be risky -- you don't know who your partner is until after you've bid and named trump. Since each player's score is calculated separately, the game ends (after 5 hands) with usually just one winner. Good luck!

Dave

## Key features

- Five-player gameplay
- Double pinochle deck (9s removed)
- Strategic bidding system
- Unique partner selection mechanic
- Individual scoring
- No ads, tracking, or subscriptions

## Chart rankings

- #186 in Top Paid · Card (US App Store)


## Frequently asked questions about 5

### What is 5-Handed Pinochle+?

5-Handed Pinochle+ is a digital adaptation of a unique five-handed trick-taking card game. It uses a double pinochle deck with 9s removed and features a distinct method for partner selection after bidding.

### How does the partnership work in 5-Handed Pinochle+?

After the high bidder names trump, four 9s are dealt face down. Each player (except the bid winner) reveals a 9. The player whose 9's suit matches the trump suit becomes the bid winner's partner. The other three players form the opposing team.

### What are the bidding and scoring rules in 5-Handed Pinochle+?

Bidding starts at 40, 45, or 50. The bidding team's score is weighed against their bid, with penalties for falling short. The non-bidding team's meld and tricks are added to each of their scores. The game concludes after five hands with individual scores determining the winner.

### Is 5-Handed Pinochle+ available on multiple devices?

Yes, 5-Handed Pinochle+ is supported on Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices, allowing for play across Apple's ecosystem.

### Does 5-Handed Pinochle+ have ads?

No, 5-Handed Pinochle+ is advertised as having no ads, no tracking, and no subscriptions, offering an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What is the price of 5-Handed Pinochle+?

5-Handed Pinochle+ is a paid application, available for purchase at $4.99.

### How often is 5-Handed Pinochle+ updated?

The latest version, 2.4.1, was released on December 17, 2024, indicating active development and updates for the game.

### What is the age rating for 5-Handed Pinochle+?

5-Handed Pinochle+ has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4.1 — 2024-12-17

Support for new devices and OS versions, minor bug fixes.

### 2.4.0 — 2024-09-24

Adds support for latest devices and OS versions. Minor bug fixes.

### 2.3.0 — 2023-10-07

New opening bid options in settings; card positioning improvements for new phones; minor bug fixes.

### 2.2.2 — 2023-01-14

Minor bug fixes.

### 2.2.0 — 2022-09-24

Support for new phones and latest OS version.

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