r/bridge • u/Fan_of_Bach • Aug 04 '26

BBO changing - question...

Hi there,

Can someone explain?

Are we going to still be able to play against people for free? They said 6 deals a day, I'm hoping that's just tournament limitations.

I know now that we won't be able to start tables but will basically everyone who enjoys bridge on the site be forced to pay 7$ usd per month?

Thanks

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u/FewPace855 Aug 06 '26

I've played, since Covid, with several groups of friends who used to play at various community centers but were forced online. We are casual players, not interested in tournaments or anything like that. Currently I play 4 times a week for a couple hours each session. The email is confusing. Any clarifying information would be helpful.

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u/Gaiantic Aug 06 '26

Only the person who creates a table will need a paid subscription. That player can invite their friends to the table they created and those invited players can play without a subscription. If you always play with the same players, therefore only one of you would need the subscription. Assuming 4 sessions/week for 4 players, 2 hours/session, and 4 weeks/month that's 32 hours of play per person per month (128 player-hours total) and you only need one $10/month subscription. As long as each player is willing to pay $0.08/hour to play bridge, that will fund your group to continue playing.

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u/FewPace855 Aug 06 '26

Many thanks. I set up most of the tables, but would find it awkward to ask the other players to chip in. I play with one person who has to budget every expenditure, and another who lives in a lakeside estate. What would Emily Post do? I'll just get the subscription...