There are many variations of rummy that accommodate varying player preferences and skill levels, so it's not a single, monolithic game. Among the most well-liked variations of rummy are Canastek rummya, Indian rummy, and Gin rummy. Rummy variations that are widely used. In the two-player variant of Gin Rummy, the focus is on strategic discarding and fast play. In order to minimize deadwood, or the unmerged cards that remain in hand, players try to form melds. Because of how fast-paced this variation is, players must be able to think quickly and adjust their strategy as needed.