| A game of picking up thrown cards | |
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| Alternative name | 52-card pickup, Pickup 52 |
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| Players | At least 1 (usually 2) |
| Skills | Picking up objects, organization |
| Age range | All |
| Cards | 52 (53-54 if jokers are included) |
| Deck | Any (French-suited typically) |
| A prank, not a real card game | |
52 pickup or 52-card pickup is a prank which consists only of picking up a scattered deck of playing cards. It is typically played as a practical joke, where the "dealer" creates the false impression that a legitimate game will be played, then simply throws the entire deck (typically 52 cards but can be 53 or 54 if jokers are included) into the air so the cards land strewn on the floor and instructs other players to pick them up.