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Experience the classic trick-taking card game, also known as Pitch or High-Low-Jack. Play solo against AI partners or pass-and-play with friends. Offers two distinct game modes with smart AI and helpful tutorials.
What's New in Setback
1.1
October 23, 2026
Now on iPad and iPhone Duo! Plus leaderboards and achievements, much clearer scoring and summaries, and accessibility improvements. • iPad support. Play full-screen in portrait or landscape. • iPhone Duo support. Play in a multitude of new ways, sizes, and orientations with Apple's latest device! • Game Center. Climb the leaderboards and unlock achievements! • Clearer scoring. Every hand now shows which card took each point, and how close both teams are to winning. • End-of-game summary. A full hand-by-hand scorecard for the game you just played. • Accessibility. Full VoiceOver support, and text now scales with your Larger Text setting. • Plus a range of fixes, AI improvements, and visual polish. Hope you enjoy!
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
$2.99
Setback Plus
Adds stats and appearance settings, removes ads.
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FAQ
What is Setback?
Setback is a classic trick-taking card game, also known as Pitch or High-Low-Jack. It involves partnership play where players bid on the number of tricks they expect to win.
Does Setback have ads?
Setback is free to download and play. While free players may see occasional promos for other apps, these can be removed with a one-time purchase of Setback Plus.
Can I play Setback with friends?
Yes, Setback supports a 'pass-and-play' mode for a true four-player game. It includes a privacy handoff screen between turns for a smooth local multiplayer experience.
What are the game modes in Setback?
Setback offers two main game modes: Shuford Setback, which features wild Jokers and a kitty draw, and Traditional Pitch, the classic 52-card game scored on High, Low, Jack, and Game.
Is Setback suitable for beginners?
Yes, Setback includes coach marks and an in-game tutorial to help new players learn the game. These can be easily turned off once you become proficient.
What devices does Setback support?
Setback is built for every iPhone and iPad, supporting both portrait and landscape orientations across various models, from SE to Pro Max.
How much does Setback Plus cost?
Setback Plus is a one-time purchase that unlocks all features, including ad removal, detailed stats, and appearance customization options. The exact price is not specified in the provided data.
How often is Setback updated?
The latest version of Setback is 1.1, and it was last updated on October 23, 2026. Future features are included with the Setback Plus purchase.
