Author: DeccanRummy

2016 would be remembered as the milestone year for the mobile gaming industry. This year, the mobile gaming industry expanded its market size and witnessed a rapid surge in the number of customers. It is projected that mobile gaming industry is going to earn $40 billion USD in the forthcoming year. IHS Markit predicts that consumer spending on games worldwide would break the $100bn mark in 2017 ie at a stupendous growth rate of 6%. It is not uncommon to see youngsters clinging on to their mobile phones playing games continuously for hours together. Mobile games have become an indispensable part of the gaming industry and there is a common consensus that mobile games would eventually beat the console based games in the near future. At this juncture, it is critical we examine the prevalent trends of mobile gaming and the impact it is creating. So, we’ve listed out a few trends that we deem are going to shape the future of the mobile gaming industry:

Increase in the number of mobile games

The mobile game industry is rapidly evolving when compared to the PC gaming industry or Console Gaming industry due to various factors. The most important factor, however, is that it is easily available to download in the Play store and Appstore. There is a good chance that even a customary visit to the google play store will help you find an attractive game that is creating a buzz in the mobile gaming world. So, it comes as no surprise to see millions of game developed exclusively for mobiles. One of the major assets for the mobile games is that the games are compatible with all the mobile devices. Also, the makers of the game are conscious that data usage will be a factor that can impede its popularity so they make their games playable even in offline modes. However, there shouldn’t be any doubt that an Internet connection would make the game play more exciting because of the competitive nature of some games. Also, some games would require you to play in collaboration with multiple players, so an internet connection is mandatory in such cases. There are also exciting leaderboard contests in most of the games so only by playing with an internet connection you would be able to participate in it. The other important aspect contributing to the popularity of mobile games is that the bugs are fixed instantly when reported, unlike console games where bugs will destroy the credibility of the game developer. There is a wide range of games available for the players to choose – From action, adventure games to strategy and no-brainer games. We can authoritatively state that this is the year where the era of mobile games has officially begun.

Cloud Gaming Features

Cloud gaming features is an incredible technological advancement that has skyrocketed the mobile gaming Industry. Cloud gaming is similar to that of cloud services in the computing world. This feature enables your game to be played even in Offline where your offline progress will be saved to the gaming server once you reconnect.  Games such as Candy crush, Angry Birds, Subway surfer and Temple Run are some of the games following this technology. The fact these games enjoy immense popularity right now is because of its offline compatibility. Cloud gaming concept has arrived big time and here is to stay!

Immersive Gaming (Virtual Reality)

Virtual reality is a concept of being present physically in a nonphysical (aka virtual) environment. This virtual reality is considered as the next-big-thing in the gaming industry as it stimulates the innate emotions and feelings inside the user as if he is playing in a real environment. Virtual reality is still in its nascent stages, and makers are only just getting to grips with it. However, there are some exciting VR-based games like Anshar Wars2, Hunters Gate available now that can be enjoyed provided you have a Virtual Reality Headset (colloquially referred as a compact system). VR is an up-and-coming platform which is projected to replace many existing formats of gaming. However, the heartening fact is that the prizes of VR headsets are coming down drastically thus offering even lurkers a chance to buy.

Stress Buster Games

There are many moments in our lives where we wish to take a break from our stress filled work, don’t we? One of the best ways to beat fatigue and stress at work is to engage yourself in an activity that could divert your thoughts and cheer you up. Mobile games have been very helpful when it comes to beating stress. Games such as Temple Run, Angry Birds, Traffic Rider, Candy Crush are some of the popular games that can be brought under the category of stress buster games. These games enjoy a massive popularity among the consumers as these games do not involve any strategy or tactics for playing. Most importantly, these games help us to relieve from the stresses of the outside world and soothes our nerves. These games with their captivating design and feature capture our focus and keep us glued for a long period of time.

Licensed Intellectual Property for games

Licensed IP’s is a process holding the Intellectual property rights of your game and gaming idea behind it. IP’s help you to get complete control over your idea and prevent others from Duplicating or copying. This Licensed IP’s help you to boost your brand identity and substantially increase your revenue and rankings for your game among the consumers. As there is a surge in the number of games with similar theme getting Intellectual Property rights issues are becoming more important than ever. One must remember that getting licensed IP would require deep pockets. Many Indie game developers have recently jumped on this IP bandwagon to avoid conflict and started getting Licensed IP for the games. Building a game and creating a niche is no easy task, a licensed IP with a gaming company bulwark’s backing would become the norm going forward. Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, Walking Dead: Road to Survival and Marvel Contest of Champions are the most successful Licensed ip games in the mobile industry for the year 2016.

Rummy and Poker are the two most popular card games in this world. Card game enthusiasts would have definitely played one among them. Rummy Card game has undergone tremendous changes with time and the latest version that is extremely popular all around the world is called Indian Rummy or Paplu. There are many variants of Indian rummy like Deals rummy, Pool rummy, Points Rummy, and Gin Rummy. Similarly, modern day poker has undergone several changes to its current form. At present, Texas Hold’em and Pot Limit Omaha are the two most popular types of poker played all over the world.

Rummy Card game

13 card Indian Rummy card game is a popular card-matching game played based on the draw and discard of cards.  The objective of the game is to meld the hand cards into proper sets and sequences. Poker is a family of card games, which involves betting. The winner here is determined by his ranks and combinations of their cards. Both rummy and poker online are played in a social setting and have religious followers opening up several communities for them. Now, we shall analyze some of the similarities and differences between poker and rummy. Online rummy game is poised to reach great levels with the advent of technology.

Similarities

Both poker and rummy, have a lot more in common than you might think.

• Both Rummy card game and Poker needs at least two players to begin the game.
• Dealer plays a vital role in both these games. It is the dealer who has to deal the cards to begin the game. In poker, dealer has to keep track of the pot amount and check if the rules are followed properly by all the players
• Players can fold their hands anytime in both the games.
• Skill plays a vital role in both the games. You need to have a strong knowledge of key mathematical concepts for rummy and must use a lot of logical reasoning in poker.
• In both the games, starting hand cards make a huge difference. You have to analyze your starting hands and formulate a game strategy in both these games
• Both Rummy and poker are available to play in the web/mobile format.
• In both the games, players need to show their cards once the winner is declared.
• Both the games create tremendous opportunities to win huge cash prizes.

Differences

• Rummy card game is way easier and simple to learn whereas poker is a bit complicated with its rules. Remembering the hand value rankings may be a bit overwhelming for the beginners playing poker whereas rummy rules can be understood even by laymen.
• The outcome of a rummy game is purely based only on the player’s skills whereas in poker luck plays a big role. You can be confident of a win if you do your math properly in rummy, but in poker, even with sufficient skills, you may lose because of the luck factor.
• Winning amount depends on the bet placed by the players in Poker (it may vary from game to game) whereas, in Rummy, there is no betting involved.
• Rummy is normally played in clubs and also during family get-togethers and functions whereas the game of poker requires a lot of accouterments, so it is usually played in casinos.
• You make a lot of assumptions while playing poker but in rummy, there is no room for assumptions only calculations based on observation.

Both these games have their share of advantages and disadvantages but they are extremely popular and have their own cult following unquestionably. Plus, both the games give some solid work to your brain cells and stimulate you. One can play both poker and online rummy to have fun, play and let us know which one you like. Will you?

Whenever you ask a rummy player the factor which he finds fascinating in online rummy, his answer would be rummy tournaments. Rummy tournaments are a true test of endurance and skills of a player. In addition to this, there are plenty of opportunities to win real cash prizes as well.

Whenever you join a rummy tournament you will be pitted against a barrage of players across India, so it is important you possess the necessary skills to counter them. In this article we what it takes to become a successful rummy tournament player.

1. Skills

In a country like India where card games are viewed with hostility, a game like Rummy is followed wildly only because it is skill based. The Supreme Court even acknowledged that rummy is a skill based game and declared it as legal to play. Indian players have a penchant for skill games and rummy being one is finding a lot of takers.

You can improve your rummy skills only by practicing. For this, you will have to hit our practice tables once you register with us. Playing practice games gives you a good experience in dealing with various card combinations. Only then you will have the confidence to face intense competition and hardships in rummy tournaments. You can refer our articles on Rummy tips and strategies to know more.

2. Registering

We constantly advise our players to register their names as soon as the registration for a tourney opens.  Many players have the bad habit of procrastinating when it comes to registration. Eg: if the registration of a tourney opens by 2.00PM and ends by 4.00PM, we see players rushing in at the last minute for registration. This attitude is perplexing especially when they had a solid two hours for registration. Often in such cases, they return disappointed as the tables are full. This also displays the callous disregard for the rules and an easy-going laid back mentality that are a strict “NO” while playing online rummy. We always operate on first-come-first-serve basis, so if you miss the registration you only have yourself to blame.

3. Social Media statuses

If you are a budding player, it is very important that you follow us on social media sites like Facebook. As you might be aware of, social media pages are no longer just used for just entertainment, it is becoming the de-facto mode for advertising all the company’s products. You can follow our facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/deccanrummy/) for all updates regarding our upcoming tournaments and offers.

4. Never underestimate your opponents

Rummy tournaments are the place where you will find players from all walks of life. You never know about the strengths and weakness of your opponents so it becomes vital that you always play to your strengths. Never allow any distractions or outside influences that may impede your progress to the subsequent rounds while playing a tournament. Only when you respect the game, you can earn favours from it.

Deccan Rummy is the perfect destination to play rummy tournaments. We have a wide range of free roll as well as cash tournaments that you can play to your heart’s content.

Check our rummy tournaments section for a staggering array of freeroll/cash tournaments worth more than Rs. 7.5 lakhs. Follow the above strategies and get back to winning ways.  See you at our tables!

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Rummy is one of the interesting card game enjoyed by most of the adults in India. Since this game had some legal issues in the past in India, it was mostly played in secrecy among adults. Now the Supreme Court has legally termed Rummy as a game of skills instead of gambling. After the rummy game moved online, people from all walks of life started playing the game. Because of the technological explosion, online rummy game is now available to even play in your mobiles. So, what does the future hold for online rummy?

Immersive Gaming (Virtual Reality)

Immersive Gaming (Virtual Reality) is a perception of being physically present in a non-physical world. The perception is created by surrounding the user of the VR system with images and sound. This technology was used in the James Cameron’s blockbuster movie Avatar. As you can see from the movie Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) enters the Virtual world of the Pandora’s biosphere using the Avatar program of the military created using Virtual Reality concept. Online Rummy will be no stranger to this technology. We can expect to see VR used to create casino like gaming atmosphere in the near future – the players can play the game as if they are played from a casino.

Secondary Screens for Gaming

With the booming market for handheld devices like smart-phones and tablets, the console war between the three major brands (Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo) has intensified. Wii U Gamepad is one of the latest gaming consoles created by Nintendo which can actually be used as a secondary screen that lets you screen your enemies inside buildings, access the map or use your inventory seamlessly without leaving the game field. These Secondary screens have already been incorporated into popular games like Batman Arkham City Armoured Edition WiiU, Marvel- the Avengers Battle for Earth WiiU. Similarly, 13 card Rummy game has also got a chance to be part of this console in the future. With this technology, you can use the secondary screen to take a closer look at the table and also drag and drop the cards on the table like a real player sitting at the table.

Open Source Gaming

Open source gaming is a concept of free gaming development kit for any game lovers instead of Gamers or gaming companies buying independent Software kits for developing and launching their game. For instance, Ouya is an Android-powered, upcoming video game console designed to bring the game directly into your television sets. Similarly, Rummy can also be brought into our television sets in 1080P HD with this technological advancement.

Augmented Reality

Augmented Reality is a technology for games that lets the player to interact with the surroundings in real-time. Eg: Droid Shooting, a simple shooter game which lets the player to interact with the game surroundings.

Holding your smartphone up, you will need to shoot targets appearing from everywhere around you. What does Rummy get to do with AR in the future? Let’s say you and your friends start a rummy game sitting in a coffee shop facing each other. When you start playing the game you will naturally feel like you are playing inside a casino as augmented reality brings in the realistic table into the virtual world.

Cloud Gaming

With Cloud Gaming, we need not wait forever to get upgrades to high-quality games. You can access all the latest games almost instantly. The cloud technology helps us to play games at ease and cheaper. SimCity –Build it, is one such game designed by EA sports for android and IOS devices. The game utilizes cloud gaming technology and it can be played both in offline and Online Mode. The advantage of this game is when you are playing in Offline mode all your data will be merged with the server when you turn on your internet.

If Cloud gaming is implemented in Online rummy, it is destined to be a success. As of now, it is not possible as most of the rummy sites do not have bots. Players play the game with live players. In future, we could envision a powerful bot that could challenge the players  just like they have it for chess. We can count on many exciting rummy variants and free tournaments with the bot. In such scenarios, cloud gaming could be handy as your offline play against the bot would be saved and you can resume your session once you get your internet up.