Why Can't I Knock in Straight Gin?

That's not a bug - it's the defining feature! Straight Gin is a variant where knocking is completely disabled. The only way to end a round is to go Gin (have 0 deadwood).

How the UI Shows This

In our game, the knock button clearly indicates the rule:

  • Button shows "GIN ONLY" when you have any deadwood
  • Button changes to "GIN!" when you hit 0 deadwood
  • The analysis panel shows your current deadwood count

Why Play Straight Gin?

Some players prefer Straight Gin because:

  • More skill-based: No "lucky" early knocks
  • Deeper strategy: Longer games reward card tracking
  • Pure challenge: Completing all melds is satisfying
  • No undercuts: Simpler scoring, only Gin matters

Want to Knock? Play Standard Gin Rummy

If you prefer the standard rules with knocking at ≤10 deadwood, play our regular Gin Rummy game instead.

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