# Hearts: Classic Card Game Fun — Deal and Play Hearts Online!

> Classic trick-taking card game for 3-5 players, aiming for the lowest score. (iPhone/iPad app by NewPubCo, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearts-classic-card-game-fun/id1519736382 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NewPubCo, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1487809159)
- Category: Games, Board, Card
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 419 App Store ratings · 65 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 275 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-07-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearts-classic-card-game-fun/id1519736382/reviews.md

## What is Hearts?

Welcome to Hearts, an app designed to offer classic card games players the authentic, free hearts card game experience online or offline, on their device of choice!

Among trick-taking games that are not directly related to Bridge or Whist, perhaps the foremost one is HEARTS, which is truly one of the greatest card games ever devised for four players, each playing individually. The classic Hearts game can be played in 4, but also in 3 or 5 players. What's the scope of any Hearts card game player? To end up with the lowest score at the end of the cards game.

What's great about our Hearts app?
- It's based on the authentic, offline hearts game play experience
- Clear card game interface, simple hearts gameplay, without distracting elements and additions.
- It's a card game app suitable for both experienced hearts game players and beginners alike (with the option to select slow cards animation).
- Table and cards fronts and backs can be customised to any taste.
- Game statistics are available for players at any moment.

If you haven't tried, but you want to learn how to play Hearts, this card game app is exactly what you need, as it makes it easy for you to get a grip on the hearts game rules in no time.
Here are some hints:
- The player holding the 2 of clubs after the pass makes the opening lead. If the 2 has been removed for the three handed card game, then the 3 of clubs is led.
- Each Hearts player must follow suit if possible. If a player is void of the suit led, a card of any other suit may be discarded. However, if a player has no clubs when the first trick is led, a heart card or the queen of spades cannot be discarded. 
- The highest card of the suit led wins a trick and the winner of that trick leads next. There is no trump suit.
- The winner of the trick collects it and places it face down. Hearts may not be led until a heart card or the queen of spades has been discarded. The queen does not have to be discarded at the first opportunity.
- The queen can be led at any time.

Install and play Hearts today to master this classic hearts game like a pro!

Enjoy playing Hearts? Take some time to leave us your feedback - our players' opinions are always valued. 
We also invite you to play one of our other cards games and decide which is your favorite: Spades, Klondike Solitaire , Spider Solitaire, Pyramid Solitaire, Tripeaks Solitaire, Gin Rummy.

Test your luck and have fun with Hearts!

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## Key features

- Authentic offline Hearts gameplay
- Clear and simple interface
- Suitable for beginners and experienced players
- Customizable table and card designs
- Game statistics tracking
- Learn game rules easily

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Status - 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| VIP Status - 6 months | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| VIP Status - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Hearts?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun game
- 🚀 Game mirrors card game exactly
- ⭐ Love this game

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 Opponents do not follow suit
- 🔍 Ads after subscribing to remove them
- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔍 Inappropriate ads
- 🔍 Fake ads
- 🔍 Ads disrupt gameplay
- 🔍 Ads are too long
- 🔍 Ads after every hand

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game stuck on 'Select 3 cards to pass the left' with only 1 card
- Scoring issues and inconsistencies
- Opponents not following suit
- Game cheating/not following rules

**Most requested features**

- Bring back original features
- Allow setting end of game points
- Restore ability to pass cards left, right, across, and hold your own
- Fix 'shoot the moon' scoring issue
- Restore previous version

## Recent user reviews (10 of 65)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearts-classic-card-game-fun/id1519736382/reviews.md

### 1/5 — NEED HELP! 11/4/2025 It is stuck

*2025-11-05, version 4.0.17*

It is stuck on a “Select 3 cards to pass the left” with one card, the 9 of diamonds, available. I have pressed “New Game” but nothing happens. And I’ve swiped up out of the app over and over. It just keeps bringing me back to the same screen. I have ONE card left it shouldn’t even be in the “select 3 cards” part. It is actually STUCK. It just brings me back to the same screen. How do I get out of this?! I paid for no ads and this is what I get? And APP SUPPORT IS USELESS.

### 4/5 — The new updates

*2024-10-14*

This design was perfect until these last updates.  Please bring back all the original features. Thank you.

### 1/5 — Update ruined game

*2024-09-16*

Loved game until recent update.  Now when you shoot the moon you are credited with all points not opponents. Also game goes beyond 100 pts so don’t know when it ends and cards are very slow.  You also can’t see who took Queen. I’m not playing anymore.

### 2/5 — Overnight Disaster - game over

*2024-09-14, version 4.0.1*

The shortest game you can now play is 250 points. If you don’t like 250, next option is 500. Subscriber cannot set end of game points.Cards now only passed to left - no longer left, right, across, hold your own. If you want to play shoot the moon, you now have to go into settings to fix it. Even though I’ve paid $9.99 to Apple for VIP Status for the last 4 years, there is always a button for Remove Ads showing now. All these changes (probably more that I haven’t encountered yet) happened on Friday 13th September 2024. I’ll be cancelling subscription and requesting refund if NewPub doesn’t give me back the game I paid for.

### 1/5 — Fake ads

*2024-03-02, version 3.2.26*

Runs fake ads about Kelly Clarkston recommending Keto Weight Lose Gummies.

### 1/5 — Bo bear

*2023-11-16*

Far to many pop ups! What is supposed to be relaxation isn’t. You can’t continue between games because of ads. I would not purchase anything from these vendors. I will be deleting this game because of a high level of frustration.

**Developer response:** Hi there, we get your point of view on the ads. Unfortunately, as you may understand, they are necessary to manage the expenses of running the game. Our dev team is working on optimizing the time between ads so you can play more without interruptions. Thank you!

### 1/5 — Bible

*2023-09-26, version 3.2.11*

What with the Bible question after each game.

### 3/5 — Computer

*2023-09-14, version 3.2.11*

You are not playing against the other players. You are playing against computer. Ex, your dealt with just the king of spades and you send it to the right and you just the get the queen of spades most of the times and the second card players is always a spade.

### 1/5 — Fun game. Crappy ads!

*2023-09-14, version 3.2.11*

I am SICK, SICK, SICK of ads for No ad games with that stupid king that is about to drown or the terrible ad where someone is draining puss filled sores. I will no longer be playing this game or any others where these kind of ads pop up!

### 2/5 — AD AFTER AD

*2023-09-09*

I just downloaded this app. I like the app, game is easy to use, you play one hand and then there is an AD. Stupidly ridiculous.

I have only played 5 rounds and I am ready to delete this app also.

**Developer response:** Hi! We are sorry you feel this way. However, as you might know, ads are necessary to manage the expenses of running the game. We have been working on improving ads display so that time between ads allows for fewer interruptions. Thank you for your kind feedback.

## Frequently asked questions about Hearts

### What is this app about?

This app offers the classic trick-taking card game of Hearts. It provides an authentic gameplay experience that can be enjoyed online or offline on your mobile device. The goal of the game is to achieve the lowest score by avoiding taking tricks containing Hearts or the Queen of Spades.

### What are the key features of this Hearts app?

Key features include an authentic offline gameplay experience, a clear and simple interface, suitability for both beginners and experienced players, customizable table and card designs, and available game statistics. The app also helps users learn the game rules easily.

### Is this app free to play?

Yes, the app is free to download and play. It is supported by in-app purchases and advertisements. You can enjoy the core Hearts gameplay without any upfront cost.

### What are the rules for playing Hearts?

Players aim for the lowest score by avoiding tricks with Hearts or the Queen of Spades. Each player must follow suit if possible. Hearts cannot be led until a Heart or the Queen of Spades has been discarded. The player with the lowest score at the end wins.

### Can I play with friends or other players?

The app is designed for classic Hearts gameplay, which is typically played with four players individually. While the description focuses on the core experience, it mentions playing online, implying the possibility of playing with others. The game can also be adapted for 3 or 5 players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.43 — 2026-08-18

Performance improvements and minor fixes

### 4.0.42 — 2026-05-26

Performance improvements and minor fixes

### 4.0.41 — 2026-04-30

Performance improvements and minor fixes

### 4.0.40 — 2026-03-25

Performance improvements and minor fixes

### 4.0.39 — 2026-03-20

Performance improvements and minor fixes

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