The good news? With the right knowledge and a little practice, you can avoid these rookie blunders and start

playing like a pro.

This guide breaks down the most common mistakes beginners make in Pusoy and how to steer clear of them.

1. Playing Without Knowing the Full Rules

Many beginners jump into Pusoy thinking it’s as simple as getting rid of all their cards. While that’s the main goal, there are rules and card hierarchies that you can’t ignore.

If you don’t know which combinations outrank others, you’ll waste good opportunities

—or worse, pass when you actually had a winning move.

For example, a full house beats a straight, and a straight flush beats a regular flush. Missing these details can

cost you the game.

Solution

Take time to learn the hand rankings in Pusoy:

• Single cards (ranked by number, then suit)
• Pairs and triples (higher numbers and suits matter)
• Five-card hands (straight, flush, full house, four-of-a-kind, straight flush)
• Knowing these basics prevents costly mistakes right from the start.

2. Burning High Cards Too Early

Beginners often panic about being stuck with high cards like Aces or Kings at the end of the game,

so they throw them out right away.

If you play your strongest cards too early, you’ll lose control later on. Timing is everything in Pusoy. 

Those “power cards” can break an opponent’s streak or turn the game in your favor when you need it most.

Solution

Save your aces, kings, or strong five-card hands for critical moments. 

Use weaker cards to test the waters first. Sometimes patience beats raw power.

3. Forgetting to Watch Opponents

Pusoy isn’t just about your cards—it’s about reading your opponents.

You might feel confident with a flush, but if you’re not paying attention to what others have already played,

you could be blindsided by a stronger hand.

Solution

Pay attention to the flow of the game. Notice the suits and values that have already been played. 

In GameZone’s digital version, you even get the advantage of tracking moves more easily compared to remembering everything manually in live play.

4. Passing Too Quickly

Many beginners hit “pass” the second they see a strong move on the table.

Passing too often means missing chances to turn the game around. You’ll always be reacting instead of leading.

Solution

Don’t be afraid to challenge your opponents. 

Even if you don’t win the round, you might force them to burn their stronger cards early—

which benefits you later.

5. Holding Onto Low Cards Too Long

Some players cling to low-value cards like 2s and 3s until the very end, thinking they can sneak them in later.

If you’re stuck with weak cards when the game ends, you’re the one left behind. Plus, in Pusoy Dos, the “2” is actually the strongest single card, making it a big mistake to misplay it.

Solution

Use your weak cards strategically in the middle rounds when the competition is less intense. Don’t leave them for the very end, when stronger plays will easily crush them.

6. Ignoring Five-Card Hands

Beginners often focus on singles, pairs, or triples while underestimating five-card combos.

Hands like straights, flushes, and full houses can shift the momentum of the entire game. If you overlook them, you lose opportunities to dominate.

Solution

Before making smaller plays, check if you can form five-card hands. That hidden straight flush could be your game-changer.

7. Playing Too Predictably