Escoba for Seniors
Cards and Boards
Escoba is a card game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Pick up cards from the table that add up to 15 with the card you play. Most cards, most diamonds and the Seven of diamonds all score.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Escoba
- Tap Play now. Escoba 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: “Your turn. Look for cards that make 15.”
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: Two games against a gentle player.
- Medium: Two games against a steady player.
- Harder: Three games against a sharp player.
Why people enjoy it
Many players enjoy Escoba with a cup of tea, one game at a time, with no one hurrying them along. It asks for a little planning a move or two ahead, and nothing more.
Questions
Is Escoba easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Two games against a gentle player. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Three games against a sharp player.
Can I play Escoba 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 Escoba?
Escoba is one of 2,000+ 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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