Canasta burst onto the scene in 1950 and created the biggest card game craze to ever hit the country! Millions were (and are) captivated by the tantalizing twists of this great game and its romantic South American origin. Your partnership aims to score 5,000 points by laying down sets of cards and adding to them. Claiming the Prize pile can make your point total soar, and freezing the Prize pile helps to thwart your opponents. Form a Canasta then go out to claim your bonuses! The special Caliente ("hot") cards add an exciting 21st century variation. This deluxe version of Canasta Caliente features 2 decks of beautiful custom cards, and a sturdy rotating card tray.