The fundamental mechanics are always the same, but players must become familiar with the rules, which can change slightly depending on the version being playev rummyd. Each player is dealt a certain number of cards at the beginning of the game, and the remaining cards are arranged in a draw pile. Players try to make melds by taking turns drawing from the draw pile or the discard pile. Three or more cards of the same rank or three or more cards in the same suit can form a meld.