Durak Tab Joy
About the game
Durak Tab Joy is the classic Russian card game Durak – throw-in and transfer – in your browser: against bots, with friends online, or on one phone. Below are the questions we hear most. The full rules are on How to play Durak.
Frequently asked questions
How do I play Durak online?
Open tab.durakjoy.com in your phone or computer browser and tap “Play”. Nothing to download and no sign-up: within seconds you are at a table against bots or real players.
Is it free? Are there ads?
Yes, you can play for free, and there are no ads. There is no real-money gambling either: gems are earned by winning and unlock new tables, card backs and avatars.
What is the difference between throw-in (podkidnoy) and transfer (perevodnoy) Durak?
In throw-in Durak the defender can only beat the cards or pick them up. In transfer Durak the defender has one more option: before beating any card, they can add a card of the same rank and pass the attack to the next player. Full rules: How to play Durak.
Can I play against a computer?
Yes. Bots come in three levels: easy for learning, medium for a relaxed game, and hard, which remembers every card that has left play. You can also play one-on-one against Lisa the cat, who comments on your moves.
How do I play Durak with friends online?
In the “Online” menu choose “Private table”. The game creates a table with a code and a link; send the link on WhatsApp or Telegram and your friends join without signing up. Online tables seat 2 to 6 players, and bots fill empty seats.
Can I play with real people?
Yes, with “Quick game” in the Online menu. A table fills in a few seconds; if there are not enough people, bots start the game and a new player can take over a bot’s seat mid-game.
Can two people play on one phone?
Yes, “One phone” mode: 2 to 6 people pass the phone around and the cards are hidden between turns.
Does it work offline?
Yes. After the first load, games against bots work without internet. You only need a connection to play online with people.
How many players?
2 to 6 against bots and on one phone, 2 to 6 at an online table, plus 2-vs-2 team games.
What deck is used?
The classic 36-card deck (six to ace). You can also pick a 24-card deck for quick games or a 52-card deck in the table settings.
Which languages and devices?
Russian, Ukrainian, Hebrew and English, switchable with one tap. It runs in any modern browser on iPhone, Android, tablets and computers.