# Trickster Spades > Multiplayer Spades card game with customizable rules and live matchmaking. (iPhone/iPad app by Trickster Cards, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trickster-spades/id910636017 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Trickster Cards, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/941418762) - Category: Games - Price: Free - Rating: 4.10/5 from 118 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 8.1 · 39 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2014-08-27 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trickster-spades/id910636017/reviews.md ## What is Trickster Spades? “I've tried them all and this is hands-down the best multiplayer spades app.” Free, Live, Social Play – Your Way Let the fun and competition begin. Play the game you love with friends and family or get matched with other live players at your level. Trickster Spades offers customizable rules, so you can play Spades your way! • Fast-paced, competitive and fun — for free! • Get matched by skill to other live players • Invite and play with friends and family • Use your favorite house rules • Apps available across devices and stores Real People, Right Now Select “Play” and Trickster Spades finds other players based on skill and speed. Get started without waiting — other players join as they’re ready. After the game, “Play Again” keeps you playing with the same group. Friends and Family Included Play together — even when you’re apart. Select “Join” and Trickster Spades helps you invite friends and family to a game. Turn on notifications to hear about friends’ games anytime. Now game night lives on wherever you are. Your House, Your Rules Play Spades your way with customizable rules. Play individual or partnership, use jokers, adjust penalties, and more. Supported Variations • Classic Ace-High • Joker-Joker-Ace • Joker-Joker-Deuce-Ace • Joker-Joker-Deuce-Deuce • Mirror • Suicide • Whiz Play Across Devices Have an iPhone, but your friends don’t? No problem. Trickster Spades works on more devices so you and your friends can play where you want, when you want, with whom you want. Great on phones, tablets, laptops and desktops! Fast and Friendly Chat Express reactions quickly using chat presets. Focus on the game without the distraction of off-topic comments. Then socialize with full chat after the game. Or set up a private game with friends to use full chat anytime. What Players are Saying “I used to play Spades on other apps but I love this one the best. 5 stars.” “Best spades game I've found - the AI will kick your butt if you underestimate it (it’s also a great partner). Trickster card games rock, and I'm not paid to say that. :)” “This is the best spades app that I have played to date. The thing that makes it unique is that you can set your own rules.” “Finally a great online spades game” “Now I can play spades with family and friends wherever they are! Great game!” ## Key features - Live multiplayer matches - Play with friends and family - Customizable game rules - Multiple supported variations - Cross-device compatibility - Fast chat presets ## Recent user reviews (10 of 31) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trickster-spades/id910636017/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Non random deals *2023-09-07* I like the format and graphics and I like being able to set your own rules, which is why I gave it 2 stars instead of 1. The problem is, the deals are non random. If you set someone they immediately get a huge hand. They also deal bad hands to top ranked players. Secondly, if you are a top ranked player they block you from playing with your regular partners. ### 5/5 — Best for with real friends *2022-09-04, version 2.5.1* Best spades app for playing with friends you actually know AI is pretty good too. ### 5/5 — Great app! We are never interrupted by ads while playing *2021-03-13, version 2.5.1* Easy to use. Great for playing with family and/or filling in with computer players when you need a player or two. ### 5/5 — Learner *2020-12-08, version 2.5.1* I’ve been playing Spades and I really love the game but I’m still learning. I think this app is great for someone who wants to continue to learn the game while having someone to play with. ### 3/5 — Frustrating *2020-09-24, version 2.5.1* When there are actually four live players (no automated fill-ins), the game is often extremely slow, and then when it catches up, you have lost your turn because of the delay and the computer plays for you. It’s infuriating. Can’t count the number of games where all the players are expressing the Sleepy ZZ emoji because this delay is happening to all players. No fun when this happens, and it happens often. ### 5/5 — Best Spades app *2020-07-03, version 2.5.1* I like this app because you can set nearly all your own rules. Great for playing with friends long distance or against the computer. Only ding is that you have to have a data connection. ### 3/5 — Frustrating *2020-06-21, version 2.5.1* The game is good when it works. The app now just gives me an error message saying it is unable to connect and to double check my connection (it is strong). There is no other option or troubleshooting suggestions ### 4/5 — Very good *2020-06-03, version 2.5.1* Straight forward. Does everything it’s supposed to well with multiple game options. Lacking detailed graphics. ### 4/5 — Very Good App, Needs Some Tweaks *2020-05-31, version 2.5.1* Need ability to deal new cards in Join mode if all players agree. Also, no 4 minimum if bidding nil. Other than that, a very good app. ### 5/5 — The Best *2020-05-17, version 2.5.1* This is the best online spades game. It is simple, clean and fun! And we can play with our friends and family during quarantine! ## Frequently asked questions about Trickster Spades ### What is Trickster Spades? Trickster Spades is a free, live, and social multiplayer application for playing the classic card game Spades. It allows you to play with friends, family, or be matched with other live players based on skill level. ### What are the key features of Trickster Spades? Key features include fast-paced competitive play, skill-based matchmaking, the ability to invite and play with friends, customizable house rules, and cross-device compatibility. It also offers a friendly chat system for quick reactions and social interaction. ### Is Trickster Spades free to play? Yes, Trickster Spades is completely free to play. There are no costs associated with downloading or playing the game, allowing for unlimited fun and competition without any financial barriers. ### Can I play Trickster Spades on different devices? Yes, Trickster Spades is designed to be played across multiple devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops. This ensures you and your friends can play together regardless of the device you are using. ### What are some of the supported Spades variations? The app supports a variety of Spades variations to cater to different player preferences. These include Classic Ace-High, Joker-Joker-Ace, Joker-Joker-Deuce-Ace, Joker-Joker-Deuce-Deuce, Mirror, Suicide, and Whiz. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 2.5.1 — 2017-11-14 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*