Play Sheepshead Online
The most complete way to play Sheepshead online free — the classic Wisconsin trick-taking card game. Sharp AI opponents in one tap, ranked multiplayer with friends, weekly tournaments, a global leaderboard, and deep stats. Full rules, strategy guides, and a mobile app — no signup required.
- Free — no signup
- Ranked play & tournaments
- Wisconsin rules + Schafkopf
The best place to play Sheepshead online
Whether you want a quick hand against the computer or a competitive night with friends, PlaySheepshead does it all — and does it beautifully. Everything you expect, plus what you’ve been missing:
- Every game mode & variant
- Play vs AI — 4 difficulty levels
- 3, 4 & 5-handed Sheepshead
- Tournaments & scheduled games
- Online multiplayer with friends
- Ranked play + global leaderboard
- Free — no signup, no download
- Stats, hand replay & coaching
Never wait for a game
Sharp AI opponents at four difficulty levels — Beginner to Expert, each with its own style — are ready in one tap. No rounding up players first.
The most complete Sheepshead
Real Wisconsin rules, 3, 4, or 5-handed: Called Ace, Jack of Diamonds, solo, leasters, cracking, doublers, blitzes, and the Schafkopf (hearts-trump) variant.
Get better every hand
Detailed stats, full hand replay, and coaching that pinpoints your leaks — backed by in-depth rules, strategy guides, and a glossary.
Compete and climb
Ranked games raise your rating and move you up a global leaderboard, with weekly tournaments and games you schedule yourself.
Play with your people
Invite friends by link, build a crew, and drop into the daily house game so real players actually show up.
Free, beautiful, everywhere
No download and no signup to start, a premium card table that shines on any device, and a mobile app.
How to play Sheepshead
Sheepshead is a trick-taking card game played with a 32-card deck. The four queens, the four jacks, and all of the diamonds form a fixed 14-card trump suit; the picker takes the two-card blind, buries two cards, and calls a partner. The picker’s team needs 61 of the 120 points in the deck to win the hand. Learn the hierarchy and you’re most of the way there.
New to Sheepshead? Start with the complete beginner’s guide — it takes you from zero to your first game.
Sheepshead strategy
When should you pick, what should you bury, how do you find your hidden partner, and when is it right to crack? Our strategy guides cover every seat at the table, for beginners and veterans alike.
Coming from Get61?
Play Get61 and want more? You’ll feel right at home here. PlaySheepshead is the same 5-handed game with Called Ace and Jack of Diamonds partners, plus AI opponents you can play anytime, online multiplayer, hand replay, and a mobile app. See why Get61 players are switching →
About the Sheepshead card game
Origins
Descended from Bavarian Schafkopf and brought to the Midwest by German immigrants, Sheepshead is now the signature card game of Wisconsin.
How it plays
Five players, a hidden partner, and 120 points up for grabs every hand. Easy to learn, a lifetime to master.
What makes it special
The trump hierarchy, partner intrigue, and table talk make every hand of the Sheepshead card game different.
New to the game? Start with our learn Sheepshead hub, the glossary of terms, or the history of Sheepshead.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sheepshead free to play online?
Yes. You can play Sheepshead online free against AI opponents or with friends — no download and no signup required to start. A free account is optional and only saves your stats and rating.
How do you play the Sheepshead card game?
Sheepshead is a trick-taking card game played with a 32-card deck. The four queens, four jacks, and all diamonds are permanent trump. The picker's team aims to take 61 of the 120 points. Learn the full rules, card hierarchy, and scoring in our rules guide.
Can I play 3, 4, or 5-handed Sheepshead?
Yes. Five-handed Called Ace is the standard Wisconsin game, and 3-handed and 4-handed Sheepshead are fully supported online, along with the Schafkopf (hearts-trump) variant.
Can I play Sheepshead against the computer?
Yes. You can play Sheepshead vs computer opponents at four difficulty levels — from Beginner to Expert — with no account needed. Each AI character plays a distinct style.
Do I need an account to play Sheepshead online?
No account is needed to play against AI. A free account (name only) lets you play online with friends, save your stats and rating, and pick up your game on any device.