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Modern Durak

Card game following the rules of the Russian card game Durak

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Developer
Waldemar Schneider
Publisher
Waldemar Schneider
Release
March 30, 2026
125 days ago
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Positive10 reviews80.0%

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About the Game

Modern Durak is a fully 3D recreation of the classic Russian card game Durak, combining traditional gameplay with modern presentation and online competition.

Whether you're new to Durak or looking to master advanced strategies, Modern Durak offers multiple ways to play:

Offline Mode

Tutorial

Learn the game step by step in an interactive 1v1 tutorial. Mikel guides you through the rules and core strategies with clear voice explanations, making it easy for beginners to get started.

Classic

Play a traditional 1v1 match against Mikel. Practice your skills and improve your strategy at your own pace.

Puzzle

Test your decision-making with carefully designed Durak puzzles. Both players have full information—three cards each—and the goal is to find the exact sequence of moves to win.

Mikel plays perfectly, so every mistake will cost you the game.

Online Mode

Solo Queue

Compete against other players in classic Durak matches. Win games to increase your rating and climb the competitive ladder.

Leaderboards

Track your rating and see how you rank against other players worldwide.

Open Beta Notice
The online mode is currently in open beta. You may experience bugs, connection issues, or incomplete features as development continues.

Future Plans

Offline mode will remain free and without ads forever.

Online features are currently available during the beta phase and may become a premium feature in the future.

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