EMW Back Alley

EMW Back Alley

by Elliot Weimann

5 ratings
5 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 17, 2023
  • June 13, 2026

Features

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About

A card game inspired by military traditions, this app offers a strategic trick-taking experience similar to Bridge and Spades. Players guess the number of tricks they'll win to score points, with rounds progressing from one card up to thirteen and back down. Enjoy both singles and doubles play modes with family and friends.

Trick-taking gameplay
Progressive card rounds
Singles and doubles play
Score-based point system
Military-inspired card game
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What's New in EMW Back Alley

2.6

June 13, 2026

bug fixes

User reviews

Help!

I love this game…I used to play it with real cards with my friends in the 70’s. More recently, I’ve loved it on my iPad. But after the most recent iPad Apple update, the cards are really small and there doesn’t seem to be any way to change it. I can’t see the cards well enough to play. Can you help?
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We've added a new setting that lets players increase the card size for improved readability. Please update to the latest version and look for the card size option in Settings. We appreciate your suggestion and hope this improves your experience.

Love this game!

I grew up playing it so it’s very cool to see it in app form now. I agree with some other comments, there’s some room improvement in the animation. I wish the card symbols were bigger, it’s hard to tell the difference between clubs and spades. Very fun nonetheless!

Addictive game

I enjoy card games with strategy. I like how you can play with someone you know in a different household.

Please Improve…

Along with need to improve the speed of the deals, the score for the remaining 7-8 hands does not appear. This you are unable to know who wins or how far ahead/behind you are.

Also, after game is over the game is not saved and the Stats does not contain any of the first 9 games played.

Too slow

I would love this app if it wasnt so blame slow!!! There is no reason the deal has to take more than a few seconds. But it pokes along ridiculously. Please, please speed it up. Also i can barely see the tine emblems on the cards. A better layout is needed.

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FAQ

What is EMW Back Alley?

EMW Back Alley is a free card game that originated from the military. It's a trick-taking game similar to Bridge and Spades where players score points by accurately guessing the number of tricks they will win.

How many players can play EMW Back Alley?

EMW Back Alley offers two versions: a singles version for three players and a doubles version for four players in two teams of two.

What are the game modes in EMW Back Alley?

The game features both a singles mode for three players and a doubles mode for four players, allowing for different group sizes and strategic dynamics.

How does scoring work in EMW Back Alley?

Players score points by guessing the number of tricks they will win. The more accurate the guess, without overshooting, the more points are awarded. The game aims to achieve the highest score by the end.

What devices does EMW Back Alley support?

EMW Back Alley is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible for Apple users.

Is EMW Back Alley free to play?

Yes, EMW Back Alley is completely free to download and play, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

When was EMW Back Alley last updated?

The latest version of EMW Back Alley is 2.1, which was last updated on March 13, 2026. The app was initially released on January 17, 2023.

What is the age rating for EMW Back Alley?

EMW Back Alley has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.