Close to 21: A Number Game for Seniors
Number Games
Close to 21 is a number game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Take cards to get close to the goal without going over. Just for fun.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Close to 21
- Tap Play now. Close to 21 opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- Follow the line at the top of the screen. To begin, it says: “Take a card, or stay.”
- There is no time limit, so play as slowly as you like.
- Tap Start over whenever you want a fresh round, or try the next level when you feel ready.
Three levels
- Easy: Goal 15. Cards 1 to 5 only.
- Medium: Goal 21. Picture cards count 10.
- Harder: Goal 21. An Ace counts 1 or 11.
Why people enjoy it
Close to 21 is a calm puzzle you can do in a few minutes or stay with for longer. It is all about working with numbers, at a gentle pace.
Questions
Is Close to 21 easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Goal 15. Cards 1 to 5 only. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Goal 21. An Ace counts 1 or 11.
Can I play Close to 21 on a phone or tablet?
Yes. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer, with large text and big buttons. There is nothing to download.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Close to 21?
Close to 21 is one of 1,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
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