Canasta Caliente is a fun and easy introduction to playing the card game Canasta. 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. Freezing the Pile helps to thwart your opponents. Form a Canasta of 7 or more cards of the same type then go out to claim your bonuses. Play with the optional Caliente cards and add an exciting 21st century flavor to your Canasta Game. The cards are deluxe coated for luxury "snap" and feel. Point values are noted on each card for easier play and scoring. For 2-6 players. Ages 8 and up. Game Time: 45-95 minutes.