Chess and Gambling Instruments: Is It Permissible to Play Gambling Games Like Cards on a Computer?

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Chess and Gambling Instruments: Is It Permissible to Play Gambling Games Like Cards on a Computer?

English:

Question #1118:

What is the ruling on playing with gambling instruments, such as cards, on a computer?

Answer #1118:

If two players play with it against each other, the rule of playing with gambling instruments applies. If there is only a single player and leads to no vile consequence, it is no problem.

-Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Importance and Conditions of Chess and Gambling Instruments