What it is
Sweep is a card game in the "fishing" family, more popular outside the U.S. than inside. Players compete to amass the most cards by matching and summing cards from a common pool on the table with cards in their hand.
The mathematical elegance of the game allows it to be played by two, three, or four players, while the strategy changes with each player combo.
This version of the game can be played solo against the computer, or in real-time with friends on their devices.
Why I work on it
Sweep has been a self-assigned homework project for learning about card game engines, UX animation, TypeScript, and longer product development cycles with agentic coding. I also wanted a tool to help me interact with my daughter while I was away completing a Knight-Wallace Fellowship for Journalists at the University of Michigan.
What's different
- A rare game type in the U.S. Odds are, you've never played a game quite like this. It's addictive!
- Beginner friendly In-game help offers strategy tips for new players, and computer players offer basic or "shark" skill levels.
- Real-time play with friends Players can create private sessions and invite others via a custom link.
Check it out!
Sweep lives on its own site. This button takes you there.