# Tao Blitz — Texas Holdem Solitaire

> Texas Hold'em Solitaire card game with competitive multiplayer and cash prizes. (iPhone/iPad app by BLOCKFISH INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tao-blitz/id1475696738 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BLOCKFISH INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448147957)
- Category: Games
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 183 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish
- Released: 2019-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tao-blitz/id1475696738/reviews.md

## What is Tao Blitz?

Explore your Tao of Texas Hold’em Poker Blitz Today!

Tao’s Blitz is a Solitaire style timed game using common Texas Hold’em handing rules. It is a strategic and rewarding game you can use to kill your time among busy work and study life.

Practice against real people for free and once you are ready to compete, try cash games and win real money!

How to Play:

 - Basic Rule: Tap a column to add a card. Clear stacks by having 5 cards at a hand of at least one pair.
 - Bust: reaching 5 cards in a column at a hand of High Card will bust. The game will therefore be ended with your current score.
 - Wild Joker: Joker can be any card! If several combinations are available, the one worths the most scores will be taken.
 - Back One Step: Use “Back” button to go back to your last state of game. A cleared column cannot go back. A penalty of 50 points applies each time you use it.

Tao’s Blitz is a competitive game!
 - Games are played between real players in pairs or in multiplayer tournaments
 - The player who receives the higher points will win and take the prize!
 - Challenge people around the world with Skillz, a competition platform complete with leaderboards, trophies, Cash or virtual currency prizes, and an amazing loyalty program that rewards you for playing!
 - Cash tournaments are available in about 75% of the world. Cash tournaments are not enabled in the following states: AZ, AR, CT, DE, FL, IL, IN, LA, MD, ME, MT, SC, SD, and TN. If you don't live in a cash-enabled region, you can still play for free.

Any questions regarding the game experience and business collaborations, please reach us at app@blockfish.io
Any questions regarding SkillZ gaming platform, please contact SkillZ Inc. at support@skillz.com

## Key features

- Solitaire-style gameplay
- Texas Hold'em hand rules
- Timed challenges
- Multiplayer tournaments
- Cash and virtual prizes
- Joker cards
- Undo move option

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tao-blitz/id1475696738/reviews.md

### 5/5 — fun

*2019-11-15, version 1.1*

Fun game

### 5/5 — Great game

*2019-09-30, version 1.0*

Get addicted!

### 5/5 — Super fun and ddictive Texas Holdem

*2019-09-24, version 1.0*

If you like Texas Holdem, you’ll like this game. Need good strategy as you play it. The rules are pretty simple to learn. Very addictive and fun. I have been playing it for entire night!

### 5/5 — Great game

*2019-09-23, version 1.0*

Great game, very interesting

### 5/5 — Fun game to kill time

*2019-09-23, version 1.0*

You will need a little knowledge on poker games to play this one. And once started, it’s actually pretty fun. A good way to kill your spare time.
Combining Texas Hold’em poker and solitaire? Kinda a good idea.

## Frequently asked questions about Tao Blitz

### What is Tao Blitz?

Tao Blitz is a unique solitaire-style card game that incorporates Texas Hold'em poker hand rules. It offers both free practice modes and competitive play against real people for virtual or cash prizes.

### How do you play Tao Blitz?

The basic rule is to tap a column to add a card, aiming to clear stacks by forming 5-card hands with at least one pair. Busting occurs if a column reaches 5 cards with only a High Card.

### Can I play Tao Blitz offline?

The description focuses on competitive play against real people and cash tournaments, which implies an internet connection is required for these modes. Offline play is not explicitly mentioned.

### Does Tao Blitz have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Tao Blitz contains advertisements. However, it is listed as 'Free' with 'in-app purchases', suggesting potential for ads or premium features.

### What devices support Tao Blitz?

Tao Blitz is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicated by its compatibility with iOS.

### Is Tao Blitz suitable for all ages?

Tao Blitz has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it contains content or gameplay elements that are not suitable for younger players.

### How often is Tao Blitz updated?

The latest version of Tao Blitz is 1.4, which was last updated on January 30, 2020. This indicates it has received updates since its release on September 23, 2019.

### What are the prize options in Tao Blitz?

Players can win cash or virtual currency prizes in Tao Blitz. The game utilizes the Skillz platform, which offers leaderboards, trophies, and a loyalty program.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.4 — 2020-01-30

Fix some bugs on final score board.

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