# Scala 40 Online or Alone — Italian Rummy Multiplayer

> Italian Rummy card game playable solo or online against others. (iPhone/iPad app by Antonio Ferraioli.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scala-40-online-or-alone/id650374866 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Antonio Ferraioli](https://appshunter.io/developer/307699659)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Card
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 939 App Store ratings · 233 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: Brazilian Portuguese, German (Germany), Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), European Spanish, French (France), American English, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål
- Released: 2013-06-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scala-40-online-or-alone/id650374866/reviews.md

## What is Scala 40 Online or Alone?

Play 'Scala 40'!!! 
A popular italian card game derived from Rummy.
Play lonely or against other players online.
Learn rapidly the basic rules following the detailed help.
 
the free version is full featured but with advertisements, by purchasing the full version you will turn off ads.

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AWESOME FEATURES
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- two offline game modes available (Single Game and Score Mode) to play against robots
- two online game modes available (Single Game and Score Mode) to play against human players
- configurable player strengths
- configurable players count
- configurable discarded cards usage variants
- configurable score assignment variants
- possible reenter with penalty for eliminated players (when in Score Mode)
- configurable jokers usage
- detailed help with all available rules and references to possible variants
- resumable games
- leaderboards
- geo leaderboards
- and more, enjoy!!!
- for your suggestions feel free to contact technical support, we will glad to help you
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## Key features

- Offline and online multiplayer modes
- Configurable game rules and variants
- Detailed in-app help and rule references
- Resumable games and leaderboards
- Play against AI or human opponents

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No advertising with x2 forever | $7.99 | one-time |
| View Opponents’ Cards – 30 Days | $0.99 | one-time |
| View Opponents’ Cards – 90 Days | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Scala 40 Online or Alone?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Great game
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🕹️ Excellent simulation of real-life game
- 💯 Perfect for passing time
- 🤝 Fun to play with friends/family

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes after updates
- 💢 Too many intrusive ads
- ⏱️ Ads too long and can't be skipped
- 🤖 AI opponents too strong or unrealistic
- 🤔 Scoring system or game mechanics need improvement

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to close end game screen after recent update
- Game crashes or freezes during online play
- Inconsistent or unreliable card shuffling and dealing
- Leaderboard and player ranking not updating properly

**Most requested features**

- Add chat or communication features for online play
- Improve ad placement and frequency
- Provide more customization options (backgrounds, card designs, etc.)
- Implement a penalty system for players who leave games early
- Add a timer or time limit for player turns

## Recent user reviews (10 of 233)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scala-40-online-or-alone/id650374866/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Scala

*2026-08-11, version 8.3.163*

Love playing scala,I play about 3 times a week at my club and this game keeps me sharp.but I have never seen hands going out as fast as 2 draws that’s almost unheard of

### 4/5 — Good game. Thank you.

*2026-07-31*

Graphics are great. Algorithm needs to be better to receive 5 stars. When playing against 3 balanced computer players, and the players lay down their melds; the algorithm keeps on distributing the cards so that the players ALWAYS have on hand 3 or 4 cards, but never 2 cards left over at the end, how so? And from the beginning of the game, 2 or 3 players start laying down their melds almost all of their cards, how so? And the player’s cards (me) are all mixed/messed up and in few minutes the game is over. Please fix!

### 2/5 — Ridiculously weighted games

*2026-07-29, version 8.3.162*

I’ve never played a game of cards where you have zero chance to win because the games are weighted so heavily against you and in favour of the opponent with a hire ranking

### 2/5 — Ads

*2026-07-27, version 8.3.162*

I paid for ad free but now I see ad when opening app

### 2/5 — Ads

*2026-07-12, version 8.3.160*

Ads, Ads and more annoying Ads way too many

### 1/5 — Ads stuck in a loop won’t return to the game

*2026-06-01, version 8.3.153*

Have enjoyed for years but the ads get stuck and you are unable to finish a game - very frustrating!!!

### 5/5 — New update

*2026-05-24, version 8.3.151*

Something wrong with your game can’t play

### 1/5 — Not what it used to be

*2026-04-22, version 8.3.144*

I used to really enjoy this game and found that the deals were fair  but recently I’m lucky if I get to play two hands as the computer goes out in one turn , or if not the second round. It’s lost it’s way and no fun anymore 😢

### 5/5 — Recommend

*2026-01-22, version 8.3.131*

Great game

### 5/5 — Perfect game

*2025-10-24*

Love playing scala at nonnas, this app is the perfect to simulate that, great options

## Frequently asked questions about Scala 40 Online or Alone

### What is Scala 40?

Scala 40 is a popular Italian card game that is derived from Rummy. It can be played either alone against AI opponents or with other players online. The app provides a detailed help section to learn the game's rules and variants.

### How can I play Scala 40?

You can play Scala 40 in two offline modes against robots (Single Game and Score Mode) or in two online modes against human players (Single Game and Score Mode). The game also features configurable player strengths, player counts, and various rule variants for a customizable experience.

### Is Scala 40 free to play?

Yes, the free version of Scala 40 is full-featured but includes advertisements. You can purchase the full version to remove these ads. The app also has in-app purchases available.

### What devices is Scala 40 compatible with?

The provided description does not specify exact compatibility details. However, it is a mobile application, suggesting it is designed for smartphones and tablets running common mobile operating systems.

### Can I learn the rules of Scala 40 with this app?

Absolutely. The app includes a detailed help section that covers all available rules and references possible variants. This makes it easy for new players to learn the game rapidly and for experienced players to explore different rule sets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.3.164 — 2026-08-29

-  General stability and compatibility improvements on supported devices.

v. 8.3.163 1150
-  General improvements to stability and the gaming experience.

v. 8.3.162 1147
-  General improvements and optimizations.


If you enjoy playing this game please take a minute to leave a nice review: it really helps.

If you have questions or need support please contact us from 'Feedback / Contacts us' present in the help menu of the game.

### 8.3.163 — 2026-08-04

-  General improvements to stability and the gaming experience.

v. 8.3.162 1147
-  General improvements and optimizations.

v. 8.3.161 1146
-  Improved reliability when loading advertising content.


If you enjoy playing this game please take a minute to leave a nice review: it really helps.

If you have questions or need support please contact us from 'Feedback / Contacts us' present in the help menu of the game.

### 8.3.162 — 2026-07-19

-  General improvements and optimizations.

v. 8.3.161 1146
-  Improved reliability when loading advertising content.

v. 8.3.160 1145
-  More reliable experience at the end of a game.


If you enjoy playing this game please take a minute to leave a nice review: it really helps.

If you have questions or need support please contact us from 'Feedback / Contacts us' present in the help menu of the game.

### 8.3.161 — 2026-07-14

-  Improved reliability when loading advertising content.

v. 8.3.160 1145
-  More reliable experience at the end of a game.

v. 8.3.159 1144
-  Improved reliability when suspending an online game.


If you enjoy playing this game please take a minute to leave a nice review: it really helps.

If you have questions or need support please contact us from 'Feedback / Contacts us' present in the help menu of the game.

### 8.3.160 — 2026-07-08

-  More reliable experience at the end of a game.

v. 8.3.159 1144
-  Improved reliability when suspending an online game.

v. 8.3.158 1143
-  Improved reliability at the end of a game.


If you enjoy playing this game please take a minute to leave a nice review: it really helps.

If you have questions or need support please contact us from 'Feedback / Contacts us' present in the help menu of the game.

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All apps by Antonio Ferraioli: https://appshunter.io/developer/307699659

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