🎴 Play Cribbage Online
Peg your way to 121 — score the play, then score your hand and the crib. Free multiplayer, 2 players, ~8 min matches — no account needed — just pick a name and jump in.
How to play Cribbage
Peg points during play, then score your hand and the crib — first to 121 wins.
The peg board turns every hand into a visible race, and pegging a run or a fifteen right under an opponent's nose gives an immediate little jolt of satisfaction.
- Discard 2 cards into the shared crib to start the hand
- During play, tap a card to add it to the running count (can't push the count past 31)
- Tap "Go" if you have nothing left you can legally play
💡 Watch the count — playing a card that leaves it at 5 or 21 often gifts your opponent an easy 15 or 31.
💡 When discarding to the crib, avoid pairing up cards or leaving a 5 in there if the crib belongs to your opponent this hand.
Rules verified 2026-09-01
Frequently asked questions
How many players do I need for Cribbage?
Cribbage supports exactly 2 players. If a full table of real people isn't ready when you queue, PlayHub fills the empty seats with bots instantly so the match starts without waiting.
Do I need to download anything or sign up to play Cribbage?
No. Cribbage runs entirely in your browser tab — no app install, no account, no email required. Pick a name and you're matched within seconds.
Is Cribbage really free?
Completely free. Cribbage costs nothing to play and never asks for a card — ads keep the servers running instead.
Can I play Cribbage with a specific friend instead of strangers?
Create a private room from the Cribbage page to get a shareable room code, or enter a code a friend already sent you to jump straight into their table.