# Gonga — Cypriot Gin / Rummy

> Cypriot Gin/Rummy card game for single or multiplayer play. (iPhone/iPad app by Kinygos Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gonga/id1510153512 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kinygos Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1510138206)
- Category: Games, Card, Family
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-05-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gonga/id1510153512/reviews.md

## What is Gonga?

Gonga is a game based on Gin / Rummy played with 10 cards for points over multiple hands. 

Be the last player left in the game!
In each hand you play, get rid of all your cards first so your opponents have to add their hand value to their score.
If your score hits the table target, you're out of the game.

Play against up to 3 opponents with beginner or expert skill level.

Follows the traditional Cypriot game for the table target, jokers, and number of decks depending on the number of players.

There are no adverts and no in-app purchases.

## Key features

- Gin/Rummy card game mechanics
- Multi-hand scoring
- Elimination gameplay
- Adjustable opponent skill levels
- Traditional Cypriot rules
- Offline play

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gonga/id1510153512/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Game

*2020-05-31*

This is a really good card game. I'm hooked!

## Frequently asked questions about Gonga

### What is Gonga?

Gonga is a card game based on Gin/Rummy where players aim to be the last one remaining by discarding cards. It follows traditional Cypriot game rules for scoring and gameplay.

### How do you win in Gonga?

You win by being the last player left in the game. This is achieved by getting rid of all your cards first in a hand, forcing opponents to add their hand value to their score.

### Can I play Gonga offline?

Yes, Gonga can be played offline against AI opponents. The game description does not mention online multiplayer capabilities.

### What devices does Gonga support?

Gonga is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS platforms.

### What is the age rating for Gonga?

Gonga has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and families.

### Does Gonga have ads?

No, Gonga does not contain any advertisements. The developer explicitly states there are no adverts.

### Are there in-app purchases in Gonga?

No, Gonga does not feature any in-app purchases. The game is a one-time purchase with no additional costs.

### How often is Gonga updated?

The latest version, 2.3, was last updated on May 8, 2025. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support from the developer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3 — 2025-05-08

* Added a transition to the game-over screen.
* Report leaderboard position at the end of the game.
* Fixed support for using 2 jokers in a set.
* Tweaked the design.

### 2.2 — 2021-04-08

New in v2
* now integrated with Apple Game Centre:
* compare your best scores with friends and other players in Game Centre leaderboards
* demonstrate your skill with achievements
* challenge your friends to complete achievements

New Features
* disable Game Centre integration in new Settings screen
* option to skip deal animation
* improved enemy profiles

Issues fixed:
* fixed issue in v2.0 where player name from Game Centre was in unexpected encoding on iPads
* beginner player would occasionally not pick up a joker

New in 2.1:
* refined behaviour when user has not enabled Game Centre on their device

New in 2.2:
* launch Game Centre info and sign-in pages for users signing in to the Game Centre for the first time ever

### 2.1 — 2021-04-01

New in v2.0, now integrated with Apple Game Centre:
* compare your best scores with friends and other players in Game Centre leaderboards
* demonstrate your skill with achievements
* challenge your friends to complete achievements

Disable Game Centre integration in new Settings screen
Added option to skip deal animation
Made some minor adjustments to enemy profiles

Issues fixed:
* beginner player would occasionally not pick up a joker

New in 2.1:
* Refined behaviour when user has not enabled Game Centre on their device

### 2.0 — 2021-03-30

Now integrated with Apple Game Centre:
* compare your best scores with friends and other players in Game Centre leaderboards
* demonstrate your skill with achievements
* challenge your friends to complete achievements

Disable Game Centre integration in new Settings screen
Added option to skip deal animation
Made some minor adjustments to enemy profiles

Issues fixed:
* beginner player would occasionally not pick up a joker

### 0.9 — 2020-05-29

No release notes.

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## More apps by Kinygos Ltd

- [Gonga Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gonga-lite/id1510138207)

All apps by Kinygos Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/1510138206

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