Skat
Play the german card game Skat
Ratings
Age
4+
Category
Card
Languages
English
Wed Feb 04 2026
With Skat+, you now have a dedicated coach by your side to support you:
- Get an overview with the list analysis: Where did you play exceptionally well? Where was there nothing more you could do? Where could you have gotten more out of it? Recognize the potential of your games against the computer and in online games with people. Pick out the standout games and examine them more closely in the history view:
- Bidding and Declaring: Who could bid how high? What alternatives were there for declaring? Your coach shows you which declaring might have helped you get more out of a game.
- Tricks: Which tricks were decisive? The trick analysis goes into detail. Find out where you played exceptionally well in the game and where you might be able to improve your strategy.
The new features mentioned require the purchase of Skat+.
Skat 19.0.3 fixes a stability problem at app launch.
Skat is the ultimate challenge for card game enthusiasts. This 3-player trick-taking game requires deep strategy and a keen memory. This mobile version offers a faithful reproduction of the official Skat rules, providing a high-level AI that challenges even experienced players. Choose your deck style and dive into the complex world of bidding and trump selection.
Dinsun Expert Review
Our Expert Score
Skat is a notoriously difficult game to learn, but this app makes it manageable. The interface is clean, and for those who are used to the German-style suits, the option to switch between French and German decks is essential. The AI is quite competent, making it a great practice tool for when your regular Skat group can't meet.
I really like the 'Replay' feature. If you lose a hand, you can go back and see where you might have made a tactical error. It's a no-nonsense app for a no-nonsense game. If you enjoy deep, complex trick-taking games, this is one of the best ways to play Skat on iOS.
Features
Strong AI opponents
German and French card suits
Official tournament rules
Statistics and game analysis
Hand history and replay
Tips & Walkthrough
Skat begins with a unique bidding process between the three players. The winner of the bid becomes the 'Soloist' and plays against the other two, who form a temporary team.
Gameplays
As the Soloist, your goal is to reach at least 61 points from the tricks you win. Keep track of the Jacks (Buben), as they are always the highest trumps!
Screenshot
Q&A
Skat has a steep learning curve, but the app includes rule references to help new players learn.
Ratings & Reviews
Super game!
Sat Dec 07 2019 SadAtDwDumbdownI’ve wanted to learn Skat for a while, but not knowing anyone who played it, it’s tough for you and two friends to start from ground zero. This app helps you through the learning curve, lets you (optionally) play with all hands visible, and offers (optionally) advice. It’s selectable for German or English and the English coverage is pretty good, with just a few of the advice items being German-only. Even that you can figure out pretty quickly. Skat is a bit complicated to learn, but this app helps you through it. Once you get better, it can play at a high level and offers a myriad of game and rules options. They really did a stellar job with this!
Great app
Wed Feb 17 2021 Chris 1639It’s a wonderful app, I enjoy it very much. Initially disappointed by the seeming lack of assistance mode that Lite has. You have to click the lightbulb in play and then click the small Show button to get the same options.
Separate versions for iPhone and iPad
Sun Dec 03 2023 rjyancoThis isn’t a criticism of the app per se, but the developer makes separate versions for the iPad and iPhone, and charges full price for each. I think there should be the ability to buy one for full price, but both at some discount (rather than $12 for one version, $24 for both, or whatever it is, perhaps $15 for both — it’s the same engine after all.) For that matter, a quantity discount for purchasing Skat and Doppelkopf, or perhaps all the developer’s games, would be welcomed.
More English Please
Fri May 11 2018 SkaffenAmtiskawGreat app and very addictive once you have the rules figured out. I wish there was more English so I could use the strategy trainer and analysis. The existing minimal English needs some work too (e.g. "plenty points" sounds funny) Thanks!
Excellent game!
Sat Jun 08 2019 Didi 2006Very smooth to play. No glitches. Better be than paper cards.
Great way to learn...
Thu Jan 03 2019 dtbscrowderWell configured. Easy to navigate and the training courses are great. Wish my German was better to get a real grasp on the nuances. I live near Altenburg and still the German is tough. A great app.
Not so good!
Sat Jan 01 2022 JumanjiiI have been using this app for years. Initially, I was hopeful that bugs would be addressed in a timely fashion. But the app’s developers seem to be indifferent to constructive criticism and certainly don’t ever respond to contact requests. If you are considering a Skat app, I suggest you look elsewhere!
Wrong version displayed
Fri Apr 24 2020 cabu01Only after I paid 8.99 did the app inform me that I should buy a different version optimized for ipad. Even though I searched for ipad only apps, the iphone version of this app was displayed for purchase, right on top. Not happy to be misled into buying the wrong version.
