Game Finale isn't only about matching with random opponents. Any time you like, you can spin up your own private table and play exclusively with the friends you invite. In public lobbies you never know who will sit across from you; at a private table, you control all four seats. This guide walks you through creating a private room, sharing a room code, sending invites, and filling any empty seats with bots. A quick reminder: every chip on Game Finale is virtual and has no real-money value — private tables are purely for fun and friendly get-togethers.

What Is a Private Table and Why Use One?

A private table is a closed Okey table that is not open to the public; people can only join it with a room code or a direct invite. The classic four-player setup is fully preserved: an indicator is flipped, the okey is the same-colour tile one rank above it (if a 13 shows, the okey becomes 1), and the two false jokers also act as the okey. The only difference is that you decide who sits down.

  • Familiar opponents: Gather your family, coworkers, or the school friends you've been playing with for years at the same table.
  • Your own pace: Want a relaxed evening with no rush, or quick rounds? You set the rhythm of the table.
  • Comfortable chat: Because you're playing only with people you know, table chat feels more relaxed and friendly.
  • A teaching space: A calm private table is perfect for showing a new friend how runs (per) and sets (grup) work, without the pressure of strangers.

In short, a private table keeps the thrill of the public lobby while adding the feel of a get-together.

Step by Step: Creating a Private Room

Setting up a private table on Game Finale takes only a few taps. The general flow looks like this:

  • 1. Choose the game type: In the lobby, open "Private Table" or "Play with Friends" and pick the variant you want (Classic / Düz Okey).
  • 2. Configure the table: Set the chip table level (virtual chips only), the number of rounds, and any time limits to your taste. A low-table level table is more comfortable for beginners.
  • 3. Create the room: When you tap "Create," the system generates a unique room code. This code is the key to your table.
  • 4. Take your seat: As the host, you're seated automatically, and you'll see the other seats marked "Empty / Waiting for invite."

Once the room is created, the table stays open and waits for your friends to join. You can still adjust the settings before the game begins.

Sharing the Code and Inviting Friends

With your table ready, it's time to call in your friends. Game Finale makes this easy in two main ways:

  • By room code: Copy the short code shown on screen and send it via WhatsApp, a text message, or social media. Your friend types it into the "Join with Code" field in the lobby and lands straight at your table.
  • By direct invite: You can invite people from your friends list right inside the app. The invite reaches an online friend as a notification; once they accept, they're seated in an empty chair automatically.

A few practical tips:

  • Share the code accurately: Use copy-and-paste so letters and digits don't get mixed up — a single typo can block someone from joining.
  • Lock the table: Once everyone you want has arrived, set the table to "locked" to block new entries, so nobody who stumbles on the code can slip in.
  • Be ready first: Settle the table level and round count before you send invites, so you can start the moment your friends sit down.

Filling Empty Seats with Bots

Okey is a four-player game, and the table needs all four seats filled to run. But you can't always gather exactly four friends. That's where Game Finale's bot backfill comes in.

  • If a seat is missing: Playing with three friends? Fill the last seat with a bot. Just two of you? Bots take the other two seats.
  • Instant start: Because bots sit down immediately, you can begin without waiting for everyone to come online.
  • Realistic opponents: Bots follow the rules of the game — opening their hand, drawing and discarding, forming runs and sets, and going out — which keeps the table flowing naturally.
  • Optional and flexible: You choose whether to auto-fill with a bot or hold the seat for a human. If a friend shows up later, the bot can be set to hand the seat over to them.

Bot support also keeps a game from collapsing if a friend's connection drops: a bot can temporarily take over the seat so the round continues without interruption.

Tips for an Enjoyable Private Table

A few small suggestions to get the most out of your private table:

  • Match type and level: Make sure everyone wants the same variant (Classic or Düz Okey) and the same pace. If there are beginners, choose a calm, low-table level table.
  • Keep the chat going: Table chat feels warm at a private table — a quick congratulations on a good finish adds to the fun.
  • Build a regular group: If you have a crew you play with often, reuse the same room settings to turn it into a weekly ritual.
  • Remember it's virtual: Every chip is virtual; the goal is spending time together as much as winning. A pressure-free table lets everyone play more boldly.

Ultimately, the private table is the most social side of the Game Finale experience. Create a room code, share it, top up empty seats with bots, and meet your favourite people at your own Okey table. A table set up in a couple of minutes can turn into hours of good company.