
    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Gather a group of at least three players.</li> <li>One person ("wordmaster") thinks of a word ("target word") and the objective of the other players (“guessers”) is to guess the target word.</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>The wordmaster tells everyone the first letter of the target word. The guessers' objective at this stage is to get the wordmaster to give them the second letter of the target word. They do this by coming up with other words (“guess word”) that start with the same letter the wordmaster gave them. Eg. Wordmaster thought of the word “magic” so the first letter is ‘M’. Guessers will think of any word that starts with M.</li> <li>Once someone thought of a guess word that starts with M, that person has to get other guessers to say the guess word with them at the same time. To do this, the person who thought of a word will give a hint. Eg. The guesser thought of “mountain”. He says “You can climb this”.</li> <li>Other guessers will try to think of a word that matches the hint and that starts with the same letter as the target word. When someone thinks of a word, they should yell “Contact!”.</li> <li>The person who gave the hint then starts counting down 3, 2, 1. </li> <li>The person who gave the hint, the person who called out “Contact!” and the wordmaster must yell out the word they are thinking of. At this point, 2 things can happen:</li> <li>The wordmaster must interfere the contact by saying the guess word with the word “Not”. Eg. say “Not mountain”. If the wordmaster is not able interfere correctly, they must give up the second letter of the target word. Eg. “A” is the second letter of “magic”</li> <li>Other guessers must guess the guess word correctly and yell it out loud. Eg. “Mountain”. If they guessed wrong, the wordmaster does not have to give up any letters of the target word.</li> <li>If the wordmaster had to give up the next letter, the guessers must come up with hints that match both letters given already. Eg. “Market” for “M-A”</li> <li>If the wordmaster did not have to give the next letter, the game continues. The guessers must keep giving hints until they can guess the target word correctly.</li>
    </ol>
  
    <h2>Examples</h2>
    <ul >
      <li>Symphony</li> <li>Compass</li> <li>Mirage</li> <li>Odyssey</li> <li>Volcano</li> <li>Crystal</li> <li>Hurricane</li> <li>Echo</li> <li>Horizon</li> <li>Bicycle</li>
    </ul>
    

Contact is a fun and challenging word game where one player thinks of a word, gives the first letter, and then the other players try to guess the word by working together and giving each other clues. Players can guess individually or as a team, with no turns or limits. The round continues until the word is guessed, and then another player takes a turn thinking of a word.

Guess words that match the clue to force the clue-giver to reveal their secret.

Contact

One player assumes the role of a "psychologist." The psychologist's job is to guess the pattern of a group behavior, trait, or action that has been pre-determined by the players before the game starts. The other players take turns providing clues to lead the psychologist toward the answer, and the psychologist gets only a limited number of questions to ask.

The group follows a secret rule. The Psychologist asks questions to guess it.

Psychologist

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>For this game, you’ll need just one whiteboard or a large piece of paper for drawing. Alternatively, you can use this app by drawing on your screen!</li>
  <li>To begin playing, simply tap the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page and the app will guide you through the setup. We recommend creating two even teams.</li>
  <li>The app will prompt one team to start and show the word to draw.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Teams take turns to play. While one team's artist is drawing, the other team observes.</li>
  <li>The app has a 60-second timer. The artist draws the word they received on the whiteboard or paper.</li>
  <li>Note: No letters, numbers, or symbols are allowed in the sketches.</li>
  <li>When it's their turn, the artist starts drawing the secret word on the whiteboard or paper. As soon as the drawing begins, the artist's teammates should start shouting out their guesses in a rapid-fire style, trying to identify the word as quickly as possible. The idea is to yell out potential words continuously until the correct one is guessed within the 60-second time limit.</li>
  <li>If the team correctly guesses the word within the time limit, they earn 1 point.</li>
  <li>After each turn, the artists' roles are passed to different team members for the next round.</li>
</ol>

This game is also known as Pictionary. Divide players into two teams and have them each nominate a player to be the ‘artist’. The artists then receive words, one at a time, that they must draw while their team tries to guess as many pictures as possible within 60 seconds to score maximum points. The team with the most points after the designated rounds is the winner.

Sketch the word while others race to guess what it is.

Guess The Sketch

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page. This will assign everybody with a secret thing to draw and also assign one person to be the imposter artist.</li>
  <li>The most creative player goes first, alternatively, play paper scissors stone to choose who draws first.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The first player takes their turn to draw one line of the object which was assigned to them. For example, if it was ‘Pizza’, then the first player may draw a circle. One line means the finger/pen must not lift up for multiple strokes, it can only be one stroke only per player. Typically a single line or a basic shape.</li>
  <li>Then the next player, to that person's left (in clockwise order) takes their turn to continue drawing the picture by drawing one line only.</li>
  <li>All players continue to take turns doing this in a clockwise direction.</li>
  <li>One will have been assigned the Imposter Artist role, they won't know what they are drawing, but they need to pretend as if they do know by adding one line to the picture without acting suspicious. They’ll need to act confident because if players discover they are the imposter artist they lose the game!</li>
  <li>After every player has contributed to the drawing twice, everyone needs to vote on who they think the imposter artist is by pointing.</li>
  <li>If the majority vote is correct the real artists win. But if the majority vote is incorrect the imposter artist wins.</li>
</ol>

All but one of the players are given a certain picture to draw (eg a house). The one other player is the imposter artist who has no idea what they are drawing! Everyone takes turns drawing one line each of the picture collectively. After each player has two turns, everyone votes on who they think the imposter artist is.

Everyone draws the same image, except one imposter fakes it.

The Imposter Artist

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Choose one player to start as the facilitator for the first round.</li>
  <li>The facilitator must press the 'Let's Play' button on this page.</li>
  <li>The facilitator then reads the word that nobody in the group would know aloud. For example “Bumfuzzle”. (Note. If any player knows the word the facilitator chose, pick another word).</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The facilitator reads out from the app aloud for everybody to clearly hear, repeating it a few times if needed.</li>
  <li>Then each player takes a pen and paper and writes down what they think the definition could be for that word. The more like a real dictionary definition they sound like the better (you’ll see why later).</li>
  <li>At the same time, the facilitator also writes down the correct definition copied from the dictionary on their bit of paper.</li>
  <li>Once everybody has finished writing their definition, they hand their paper to the facilitator to look at. At this stage, it's important that the facilitator silently reads and understands each player's definition so that they can read them all out aloud naturally in step 6.</li>
  <li>The facilitator then shuffles all of the bits of paper, including their own.</li>
  <li>The facilitator then needs to read out each player's definition naturally, starting with the word. For example “Bumfuzzle: A state of anticipation”.</li>
  <li>The facilitator continues reading all player's definitions including their own.</li>
  <li>Players may request to hear certain definitions again, which is fine.</li>
  <li>Then the facilitator asks all players to vote on which definition they think is the real one. All players must vote by raising their hands or speaking out. Players cannot vote on their own definitions. If you have a lot of players, its easier to assign numbers to each definition and have players vote on their respective numbers.</li>
  <li>After everybody has voted, reveal which was the correct definition and tally the scores:</li>
  <li>Scoring Rules:</li>
  <li>You score 2 points for voting on the correct definition.</li>
  <li>You score 1 point for every player who voted on your phony definition.</li>
  <li>The facilitator only scores points if nobody votes for their correct definition. They get one point for each of the players who were wrong (for example, 5 points if there are 6 of you in the game). This is the only way the reader can get points during the round.</li>
  <li>Make sure everybody's scores are recorded and then have another player to become the facilitator. The game is over once each player has had a turn being the facilitator once. The player with the highest score at that time wins the game.</li>
</ol>

Assign a player to be the ‘facilitator’ who reads aloud a word that players are likely not to know the meaning of. Each player then writes down what they think the definition is and the facilitator writes down the correct definition. All definitions are then read aloud and players must guess which definition they think is the correct one.

Invent fake word meanings and guess which one is real.

Fictionary

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Designate one person as the guesser for the first round and have them face away from the group.</li>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page.</li>
  <li>The app will guide you through the setup process and generate the first secret word.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>All players, excluding the guesser, view the secret word shown on the app.</li>
  <li>Each player thinks of a unique, one-word clue that pertains to the secret word and writes it on a piece of paper. For example, if the secret word is 'Zoo', one player might write 'Ticket', while another might write 'Animals'.</li>
  <li>Note: There should be no communication between players during this phase.</li>
  <li>Once everyone has written down their clues, players discreetly compare their clues, ensuring the guesser doesn't see them. If any words are duplicated, those clues are removed completely, for example, if two people wrote ‘Animals’, both these clues would be removed.</li>
  <li>After removing duplicates, instruct the guesser to turn towards the group.</li>
  <li>Players then simultaneously reveal their remaining clues to the guesser.</li>
  <li>The guesser attempts to identify the secret word based on the given clues.</li>
  <li>If the guesser correctly guesses the word, the team earns a point, and a new guesser is selected for the next round. If the guess is incorrect, no points are earned, and the game continues with a new guesser and word.</li>
  <li>Repeat steps 1-7 until the pre-determined number of rounds is complete.</li>
  <li>At the end of the game, the app will display the total score and assign a grade to the group, ranging from A+ (100%) to F (0%).</li>
</ol>

One player becomes the guesser, with the rest of the participants shown a word they want the guesser to identify. Each player comes up with a one-word clue related to the mystery word and writes it on a piece of paper. All clues are simultaneously revealed to the guesser, who then attempts to deduce the mystery word based on the provided clues.

Everyone gives a one-word clue—guide the guesser to the word.

Word Whispers

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Players sit in a circle or around a table.</li>
  <li>Choose a starting player.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The game starts with the first player stating, "I drink because I know..." followed by a piece of trivia. An example could be, "I drink because I know the highest mountain in the world."</li>
  <li>That player then takes a sip of their drink.</li>
  <li>Other players who think they know the answer raise their hand or glass and answer simultaneously with the questioner.</li>
  <li>If they answer correctly, they don't have to drink.</li>
  <li>If they answer incorrectly, they drink twice the amount.</li>
  <li>All players who don't know the answer must drink!</li>
  <li>Importantly, if the questioner themselves doesn't know the correct answer or gives a wrong answer, they must drink three times the amount.</li>
  <li>Play continues to the next person, and the game goes on for as many rounds as the players are comfortable with.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Variation</h2>
<p>In addition to trivia, players can incorporate their unique abilities. For instance, a player might declare, "I take a drink because I can perform a cartwheel," or "I drink as I'm able to touch my nose with my foot." The game operates on these similar guidelines.</p>

Each turn, a player makes a statement starting with "I drink because I know..." and completes it with a piece of trivia. The trivia can be about anything, such as a capital city, a historical fact, or a celebrity. Other players must then try to answer. If they know the answer, they can avoid drinking; if not, they take a sip. Wrong answers come with a penalty of an extra drink. The game is ideal for social gatherings and parties where participants are looking to test their general knowledge in a fun and engaging way.

A trivia-based drinking game that tests your knowledge.

I drink because I know


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Sit in a circle or around a table.</li> <li>Give 3 coins to each player (or any 3 small objects will also suffice).</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Choose a player to go first using any random method you prefer (eg paper scissors stone).</li> <li>All players secretly choose how many of their coins to hold in their closed fist (either 0, 1, 2 or 3). We suggest doing this in your pocket to ensure secrecy. Players then extend their closed fist forward to indicate they are ready.</li> <li>Starting with the designated first player, each person guesses the total number of coins in all fists, proceeding in a clockwise order.</li> <li>Players cannot repeat a number that has already been guessed.</li> <li>After all guesses are made, everyone reveals their coins, and the total number is counted.</li> <li>The player whose guess is correct is out for that round, meaning they win and are safe.</li> <li>The game continues in rounds with the person to the left of the last player who guessed first.</li> <li>In each round players may get out of the game as they guess correctly, until only one player remains.</li> <li>If nobody guesses the correct number, all remaining players start a new round.</li> <li>The last remaining player loses the game and faces a fun, light-hearted penalty, such as buying a round of drinks.</li>
    </ol>
  

In this game, players use strategy and cunning to guess the total number of coins concealed in the group's hands. Each player has three coins and can choose to conceal any number of them. The game is a lively mix of bluffing, guessing, and psychological play, with players trying to avoid being the last one standing by accurately predicting the total number of hidden coins. The excitement builds with each round as players are gradually eliminated based on their guessing accuracy.

Guess the total concealed coins to avoid being the last player standing.

Spoofs

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Assign one player to become the host. This player will act as the narrator for the game and will not participate in playing the actual game (take turns with this role).</li>
  <li>Everybody should sit in a circle or around some sort of table.</li>
  <li>Press the START GAME button at the top of this page and follow the on-screen directions to assign everybody their secret identities.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Night Phase</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Instruct all players to close their eyes. Then, ask the Werewolves to open their eyes and silently agree on one player to eliminate.</li>
  <li>Once they have decided, the Werewolves should close their eyes again.</li>
  <li>Next, ask the Seer to open their eyes and silently point to one player whose role they wish to investigate. As the narrator, give a thumbs up if the chosen player is a Werewolf, or a thumbs down if they are not. Afterward, instruct the Seer to close their eyes.</li>
  <li>Now, ask the Healer to open their eyes and point to one player they wish to ‘save’ for the night. This chosen player will survive an attack from the Werewolves. Then, instruct the Healer to close their eyes.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Day Phase</h2>
<ol>
  <li>After all players have opened their eyes, announce the outcome of the night. If the Healer saved the Werewolves’ target, state that no one was eliminated during the night. If the Werewolves’ target was not saved, instruct the targeted player to reveal only if they were innocent or a Werewolf, noting that they are now out of the game.</li>
  <li>While eliminated players can no longer participate, they are welcome to silently watch the remainder of the game. Then, the discussion phase of the game begins where all players openly discuss their suspicions and thoughts based on the events of the night and previous rounds.</li>
  <li>Encourage everyone to participate and share their perspectives. Set a time limit, we suggest around 3 minutes for the discussion to ensure the game continues at a good pace, and as the narrator, be ready to moderate the discussion, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to speak and that the conversation stays respectful and on track.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Voting Phase</h2>
<p>After the day's discussion, hold a vote to decide which player the group believes is a Werewolf. Each player will cast their vote, and the player with the most votes is chosen for elimination. Players who have been voted out or eliminated by the Werewolves are out of the game and can no longer participate actively. However, they are welcome to stay and watch the remainder of the game without commenting or revealing any information.</p>
<h2>Conclusion of the Game</h2>
<ol>
  <li>As the cycles of Night and Day Phases progress in Werewolf, the game becomes increasingly intense with more players being eliminated.</li>
  <li>This continues until the game reaches a decisive end under one of the following conditions:</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Werewolf Victory: </strong>The Werewolves achieve victory and the game ends when the number of Werewolves is equal to or greater than the number of remaining non-Werewolf players. At this point, the Werewolves' influence is too strong to be overturned, and they dominate the game.</p>
<p><strong>Village Victory: </strong>The non-Werewolf players—comprising the Seer, Healer, and Villagers—claim victory by successfully identifying and eliminating all the Werewolves through the Voting Phases.</p>
<p><strong>Announcing the Results: </strong>Following the end of the game, bring all players together to announce the results and reveal the identities of all the Werewolves. This moment serves as an opportunity for players to reflect on the game, share their strategies, and discuss the pivotal moments that led to the final outcome. Celebrate the winning side, and encourage a lively discussion to wrap up the session.</p>
<h2>What If Scenarios</h2>
<ul>
  <li><strong>What if the Seer is eliminated?</strong> The game continues without the Seer's investigations. The Seer, like any other eliminated player, cannot reveal their findings once they are out of the game.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Healer successfully saves someone?</strong> If the Healer successfully saves the Werewolves' target, the host will announce in the morning that no one has been eliminated.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Werewolves can't agree on a target?</strong> The host should give the Werewolves a limited amount of time to make their decision. If the Werewolves still can't agree, the host can either have them skip their turn or decide that the first person they pointed to is their choice.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Healer tries to save themselves and they are the Werewolves' target? </strong>Depending on the variant of the game you're playing, this is usually allowed. The Healer would survive the Werewolves' attack that night.</li>
  <li><strong>What if a player accidentally reveals their role?</strong> This could be left to the discretion of the game's host. Some hosts might allow the game to continue as it can add an interesting twist, while others might choose to restart the game.</li>
  <li><strong>What if a Werewolf is the first one to be lynched? </strong>The game continues until all Werewolves are eliminated or until the number of Werewolves equals the number of non-Werewolf players.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Seer investigates a Werewolf who was saved by the Healer?</strong> The Seer would still learn that the player is a Werewolf. The Healer's save does not change a player's alignment.</li>
  <li><strong>What if there is a tie during the voting phase?</strong> The host can handle this in a few ways: either by having a runoff vote between the tied players, extending the discussion time, or deciding that no one is eliminated.</li>
  <li><strong>What if a player talks out of turn or shares information after they've been eliminated? </strong>The host should remind players of the rules and ask them not to speak once they've been eliminated. If it continues, the host might consider excluding the player from future games.</li>
</ul>

Players covertly take on roles as Werewolves, a Seer, a Healer, or Villagers. During the night phase, with everyone’s eyes closed, Werewolves select a player to ‘eliminate,’ the Seer uncovers a player’s identity, and the Healer tries to protect someone. In the daytime, all players discuss and vote to exile a suspected Werewolf. The game concludes when all Werewolves are banished, or they outnumber the other players.

Spot the Werewolves before they take over the village.

Werewolf

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>To begin the game, ‘Let's Play’ button on this page. This will guide you through the setup process and assign the starting team.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The active player must quickly shout out three items that fit the given category before the 5 seconds are up.</li>
  <li>Responses must be relevant to the category. For example, if the question is “Name 3 fruits” the player might shout "Apple, Banana, Cherry!"</li>
  <li>If the player successfully names three items before time runs out, they earn a point. If not, the turn passes to the next player without a point earned.</li>
  <li>After everyone has had their turn or after a predetermined number of rounds, tally the points. The player with the most points at the end wins!</li>
  <li>If you are drinking, add the rule that the player has to drink if they fail.</li>
</ol>

Each player is presented with a specific category and has 5 seconds to name three items fitting that category. Successfully listing three relevant items within the time frame earns the player one point. The game continues for a predetermined number of rounds, and the player with the most points at the end wins. Alternatively, players can form teams and compete team vs. team, with the highest-scoring team declared the winner.

Quickly think of three related things before the time runs out!

5 Second Game

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Select one person as the gatekeeper of the Green Glass Door. This individual is tasked with establishing a rule that others must decipher to bring something through the door.</li>
  <li>For example, the secret rule might be only items with paired letters. Alternatively, it could be only items that contain a certain feature, like double letters in their names. Tailor the subtlety of the hint to suit the group’s age.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Begin by stating “Behind the Green Glass Door, I can bring…” then mention an object that abides by your pattern.</li>
  <li>Proceed to inquire “What can you bring?” to everybody.</li>
  <li>The other players are unaware at first, but they must name an object that conforms to your hidden criterion. For example, if your secret rule is items with double letters, and they say “Book,” you would affirm “Yes, you can bring that through the Green Glass Door!”.</li>
  <li>If they suggest something that doesn’t align with your rule, you must inform them “Unfortunately, that can’t pass through the Green Glass Door.”</li>
  <li>If nobody says anything that can go through the door, give another example of something that can go through.</li>
  <li>Continue the game until the participants begin to realize they must offer something that adheres to the rule you've conceived.</li>
  <li>Some may remain perplexed, which is part of the amusement.</li>
</ol>

Choose a player to kick-start the game with the announcement, "Through the Green Glass Door, I am able to bring..." followed by their chosen item. This player takes on the role of the rule-maker, crafting a covert standard that governs which items can traverse the threshold of the Green Glass Door. For instance, if the secret stipulation is items with repeating letters, they might say, "I am able to bring a kitten." The remaining players then take turns attempting to figure out the hidden rule by proposing various items they wish to bring through the door.

Guess the pattern to pass through the Green Glass Door.

Green Glass Door

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Gather around a table or sit in a circle.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Begin with any player, who starts the count at 1. Proceeding clockwise, the next person says 2, and so on.</li>
  <li>When a player reaches 21, the person who said 21 establishes a new rule for any number not yet assigned a rule.</li>
  <li>Example: For number "7", players must clap instead of verbalizing the number.</li>
  <li>The game restarts from 1 by the player by who declared the rule.</li>
  <li>If a player messes up or forgets a rule, the count restarts from 1 with the player who messed up leading.</li>
  <li>Continue playing until all numbers have associated rules or players decide to give up (it get’s really difficult!).</li>
</ol>
<h2>Drinking Version</h2>
<ul>
  <li>Ensure all players have a drink readily available.</li>
  <li>Upon reaching the number 21, all players should shout, "Cheers to the Governor!" followed by a sip (or shot) of their drink.</li>
  <li>A player who forgets a rule or errs in counting takes a sip (or shot).</li>
  <li>For added difficulty, players can opt for everyone to sip each time a mistake is made.</li>
  <li>Elevate the stakes by associating specific numbers with taking a drink or even a shot.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Examples</h2>
<ul>
  <li>Clap your hands.</li>
  <li>Snap your fingers.</li>
  <li>Quickly stand up, then sit down.</li>
  <li>Use a foreign language for the number.</li>
  <li>Switch seats with the person on your right.</li>
  <li>Pretend to dial a phone.</li>
  <li>Whisper the number.</li>
  <li>Use a different accent for your number.</li>
  <li>Point upwards.</li>
  <li>Give a thumbs up.</li>
  <li>Swap two numbers (e.g., say "14" instead of "7").</li>
  <li>Alter the number's tone: sing, shout, or say them backward.</li>
  <li>Engage in an action: jump, touch your toes, or pull a funny face.</li>
  <li>Introduce a new rule for mistakes.</li>
  <li>Remove a rule after a flawless round to 21.</li>
  <li>Count backward from 21 to 1.</li>
  <li>Use sign language for your number.</li>
  <li>Hold back laughter; if you can't, take a sip.</li>
  <li>Avoid eye contact or sip your drink if caught.</li>
  <li>Refrain from touching; if you do, take a sip.</li>
</ul>

Players gather in a circle to count numbers sequentially from 1 to 21. Each time the number 21 is reached, the player responsible introduces a unique rule for any number that hasn't been assigned one yet. This could be a gesture, an action, or an alternative phrase. As rounds progress, remembering and adhering to these new rules becomes increasingly challenging. In the drinking version, mistakes in counting or not following an assigned rule result in a sip, and the count starts over. 

Players count in order, adding rules—break a rule, you lose.

Cheers to the Governor

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Designate one person to be the host. This individual will hold the phone and announce all questions to the group. Importantly, the host can also participate in the game.</li>
  <li>The host taps the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page, enter the names of all players and setting the desired number of questions.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The app displays a binary question, such as "Beach or Mountains?". The host reads this question aloud.</li>
  <li>Following the question, the host must say “3, 2, 1, go!” and all players must quickly decide and indicate their choice by either sticking their thumbs up or down.</li>
  <li>A thumbs-up always corresponds to the first option (e.g., "Beach"), while a thumbs-down always denotes the second (e.g., "Mountains").</li>
  <li>Once votes are cast, players compare choices. The host then taps on the ✅ mark for being in the majority or the ❌mark for being in the minority for each player.</li>
  <li>Note: Only players who were in the majority score points.</li>
  <li>After the reveal, dive into playful debates, light-hearted teasing, and spirited discussions. Whether you're defending your choice or laughing at the unexpected outcomes, this part often steals the show 🤣</li>
  <li>Once ready for the next round, the host presses the ‘Next Question’ button, and the subsequent question is read aloud.</li>
  <li>This cycle continues until all questions have been posed. At the game's conclusion, the app reveals the total points for each player, with the highest scorer declared the winner.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Alternative Game Mode</h2>
<p>Another alternative way to play follows the same rules as above, except players try to vote for what they believe the majority will choose, rather than expressing their personal preferences. This mode is particularly entertaining when played as a drinking game.</p>

It's not about what you like, but what you think everyone else will choose. When presented with a question, will you thumbs up for the first option or thumbs down for the second? Remember, you're aiming to match the majority! It's all about predicting the group's vibe and riding that wave. Can you sync with the crowd and snag those points? 

Be in the popular choice on diverse topics and align with the majority.

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page.</li>
  <li>Gather your players and decide on the number of rounds or questions you'd like to play.</li>
  <li>Enter each player's name into the app.</li>
  <li>Specify the number of questions each person will attempt to lip-read using the app.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The app randomly selects one player to be the "Reader" and the other players to be the "Guessers".</li>
  <li>The app provides the Reader with a sentence.</li>
  <li>The Reader faces the Guesser(s) and articulates the sentence clearly, mouthing each word without making any sound.</li>
  <li>If the Guesser correctly identifies the sentence, they earn a point. If not, no points are awarded for that round.</li>
  <li>After each round, roles rotate among the players. If there are more than two participants, the app continues to assign roles.</li>
  <li>The game continues, repeating the previous steps until each player has had an opportunity to guess the set number of sentences.</li>
  <li>The winner is the player who scores the most amount of points at the end of the game.</li>
</ol>

Players take turns attempting to understand a spoken sentence by relying solely on their ability to read lips. As each player grapples with the nuances of lip movements and the absence of sound, the resulting guesses often lead to laughter and surprise. The player with the most correct guesses at the end claims victory.

Players attempt to decipher sentences by reading the lips of the speaker.

Read My Lips

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Choose one person to be the Reader for the first round. This role can rotate among players in subsequent rounds.</li>
  <li>Sit in a comfortable space where everyone can easily see and hear one another.</li>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The assigned Reader reads out the question aloud from the app to the group.</li>
  <li>All other players try to be the first to shout out a correct answer! There's no need to wait for the Reader to finish the question, but answers should be relevant to the question.</li>
  <li>The Reader, using the app, awards one point to the first player who gives a correct answer.</li>
  <li>After each question, the next prompt appears on the app for the Reader to read out.</li>
  <li>Play continues until all the predetermined questions are finished.</li>
  <li>The player with the most points at the end of the game is declared the winner.</li>
</ol>

One player reads simple questions from the app, and the other participants compete to be the first to shout the correct answer. The game progresses quickly, and the player with the most rapid and accurate responses by the end wins.

A rapid-fire trivia game where everyone races to shout the correct answer first.

Rapid Fire


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Choose a person to start the game.</li> <li>The starting player chooses a category (e.g. fruits, animals, countries) and a word that begins with the letter "A" that fits the category (e.g. "Fruit: Apple").</li> <li>The game begins with the next player choosing a word that fits the category and starts with the letter "B" (e.g. "Fruit: Banana").</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Each player takes turns choosing a word that fits the category and starts with the next letter of the alphabet.</li> <li>If a player cannot think of a word, they are eliminated from the game in the competitive version.</li> <li>The game continues until the end of the alphabet is reached (e.g. "Fruit: Apple, Banana, Cherry, Durian...").</li> <li>The player who successfully adds a word to the list for the letter "Z" is declared the winner in the competitive version.</li> <li>In the cooperative version, the goal is simply to create the longest list possible without any eliminations.</li>
    </ol>
  
    <h2>Examples</h2>
    <ul >
      <li>Animals</li> <li>Fruits</li> <li>Vegetables</li> <li>Countries</li> <li>Cities</li> <li>Celebrities</li> <li>Movies</li> <li>Books</li> <li>Musical Artists/Bands</li> <li>Songs</li> <li>Sports</li> <li>Food Dishes</li> <li>Car Brands/Models</li> <li>Colors</li> <li>Hobbies</li> <li>Historical Figures</li> <li>Job Titles</li> <li>Languages</li> <li>Brands/Companies</li> <li>Television Shows</li> <li>Video Games</li> <li>Board Games</li> <li>School Subjects</li> <li>Inventions</li> <li>Clothing Items</li> <li>Landmarks</li> <li>Flowers</li> <li>Bodies of Water (rivers, oceans, lakes, etc.)</li> <li>Islands</li> <li>Famous Paintings</li>
    </ul>
    

A fun and easy word game where players take turns naming items or words that fit into a chosen category and start with a letter of the alphabet in sequence. Players start with the letter "A" and continue until the end of the alphabet is reached. 

Players name items from A to Z in a category—race to complete the list.

The Alphabet Game

<p><strong>Setup</strong></p>
<ol>
  <li>Gather a group of friends or family members who are interested in playing the game.</li>
  <li>Ensure everyone is seated comfortably, either in a circle or around a table, to facilitate easy conversation.</li>
  <li>Select one person to begin as the question asker, either by volunteering or through a random method like drawing straws.</li>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Gameplay</strong></p>
<ol>
  <li>The question asker presents a "Would You Rather?" scenario, offering two contrasting options for the other players to choose between.</li>
  <li>Each player takes a turn to state their preference, briefly explaining their choice if desired.</li>
  <li>Encourage friendly discussion and debate about the choices, allowing players to share their perspectives and reasoning.</li>
  <li>Once everyone has shared their choice, the next person in the circle or around the table becomes the question asker and presents a new scenario.</li>
  <li>Repeat steps 1-4, continuing to pose new questions and discuss choices until everyone has had a chance to ask questions or the group decides to end the game.</li>
</ol>

Players are presented with two contrasting options and must decide which one they prefer. Serving as a lively icebreaker, it prompts discussions and reveals unique perspectives. To play, simply ask a question with two options, listen to the responses, and enjoy the conversation.

Choose between two funny options—see how your friends vote.

Would You Rather?

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>To start the game, press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page. This will guide you through the setup and assign everyone a secret role.</li>
  <li>Players can either sit in a circle or walk around the room for added suspense!</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Players maintain constant eye contact with different people throughout the game, typically for around 2-4 seconds with each individual. The murderer will then proceed to 'kill' players by winking at them, one at a time.</li>
  <li>If the murderer winks at you, play out a dramatic death scene by falling to the ground. This includes detectives, as the murderer has the ability to eliminate them too.</li>
  <li>The detective's task is to identify and call out the murderer before all the victims are 'killed.' However, if a detective incorrectly accuses someone, the game will continue, allowing the detective another chance to catch the murderer.</li>
  <li>If a situation arises where all detectives are eliminated, the game is not necessarily over. The murderer still has to 'kill' all the victims to win. If all victims are dead and the detectives are too, then, and only then, does the murderer claim victory.</li>
  <li>Victims themselves do not have the power to 'kill' the murderer; only the detectives can end the murderer's rampage.</li>
  <li>If a victim accidentally winks at another player, it can lead to confusion, but remember, only the designated murderer's wink has the 'killing' effect.</li>
  <li>The game can be played in multiple rounds with players swapping roles, adding to the fun and suspense of Wink Murder.</li>
</ol>

In this thrilling game, one player is secretly selected to be the murderer, aiming to eliminate other players by winking at them discreetly. The murderer must stay cautious because the detectives are hot on their trail, trying to catch them in the act before they eliminate all victims.

Watch for winks—find the secret killer before you’re out.

Wink Murder

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page which will guides you through the setup phase.</li>
  <li>Divide yourselves into even teams.</li>
  <li>Choose one person to be the first describer from each team. This role will rotate with each round.</li>
  <li>The describer is shown a word in the app that has a "target word" and five "forbidden words" that are similar to or associated with the target word.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The describer's goal is to get their team to guess the target word without using any of the five forbidden words in their description. The describer also cannot use any part of the forbidden words in their clues.</li>
  <li>The describer starts giving clues as soon as the timer begins.</li>
  <li>The team shouts out guesses based on the describer's clues. The describer can confirm if a guess is correct or continue giving clues.</li>
  <li>If the describer accidentally uses a forbidden word or part of it, their turn ends immediately.</li>
  <li>If the team is unable to guess the target word within the time limit, the describer's turn also ends.</li>
  <li>The opposite team can also monitor the describer's clues to ensure no forbidden words are used.</li>
  <li>Keep score of successful guesses. One successful guess equals one point.</li>
  <li>After the time is up, the opposite team takes their turn following the same rules.</li>
  <li>The role of the describer switches to a new person in each team at every turn.</li>
  <li>The game continues until the specified number of rounds is complete.</li>
  <li>The team with the highest score at the end wins!</li>
</ol>

A team-based game where one player, the describer, must guide their team to guess a target word within a time limit, without using any of the five associated forbidden words on their card. Points are scored for correct guesses, and play alternates between teams. The game ends when a predetermined point limit or number of rounds is reached, with the highest scoring team declared the winner.

Guess the target word through inventive clues without using any of the related forbidden words.

Forbidden Phrases

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Determine the player order and select the player who will start the round.</li>
  <li>Make sure all players understand the rules, particularly the importance of not completing a word and the use of bluffing and challenging strategies.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The initial player starts the game by saying any letter of the alphabet. For instance, Player 1 might say "S".</li>
  <li>The next player, moving in a clockwise direction, adds a letter to the initial one to start forming a word, ensuring it doesn't complete a valid word of four letters or more. For example, Player 2 might say "W", beginning to spell what could become "swim", "swing", "sweep", etc.</li>
  <li>If a player cannot think of a continuation, they have two options:</li>
  <li>a) Bluff by adding a seemingly random letter, hoping it doesn't form a valid word. For instance, if the current letters are "S-W-I", a player might bluff by adding "X", hoping it doesn't inadvertently form a valid word.</li>
  <li>b) Challenge the previous player if they believe a bluff has been made. For example, if a player adds "X" to "S-W-I", the next player might challenge them to reveal a valid word beginning with "S-W-I-X". If the challenged player can't provide a valid word, they're eliminated, or if they do provide a valid word, the challenger is eliminated.</li>
  <li>A player can also be eliminated if they complete a word and no additional letters can form another valid word. For example, if players spell "W-O-L-F", the player who added the "F" is eliminated as they have completed a four-letter word, and no other letters can form a new valid word from "WOLF".</li>
  <li>Once a player is eliminated, they become a "ghost" and are out of the game, and a new round begins without them. The person who starts the next word is the player to the right of the person who started last time. This ensures that everybody takes turns being the first to play.</li>
  <li>The game proceeds until only one player remains. This player wins the game.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Looking to extend the excitement of the Ghost word game? Try this popular variation:</strong></p>
<p>Instead of being immediately eliminated after a single mistake, players can progressively 'collect' the letters of the word 'GHOST'. Each mistake earns a player the next letter in 'GHOST', starting with 'G', then 'H', and so on. Once a player has accumulated all five letters of 'GHOST', they're out. The game continues until only one player remains, who is declared the winner. This twist adds an extra layer of strategy and suspense, prolonging the fun and challenge of Ghost!</p>

Players sequentially add letters to a growing chain without completing a word of four or more letters. Players can employ strategies of bluffing or challenging, where a bluff involves adding a letter without a specific word in mind, and a challenge calls out a player suspected of bluffing. 

Take turns adding letters—if you finish a word, you're out!

Ghost

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page which will guide you through the setup. It's recommended to split everybody into teams of 4-6 people.</li>
  <li>Decide who will be the nominated guesser for the round. Everyone else on the team will be acting out the words together.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The acting team stands up in front of the guesser and looks at their first word. Make sure all the actors clearly see it (but don't show the guesser!)</li>
  <li>The actors then try to act out the word on the card together, creating a scene so the guesser can guess correctly. No talking is allowed! The guessers can freely make constant guesses by speaking aloud.</li>
  <li>Once the guesser guesses correctly, tap the 'Got it' button in the app to earn a point and generate a new word that the actors must act out.</li>
  <li>However, if the guesser really can't get the word, then the team may choose to skip the word.</li>
  <li>The actors continue acting out words while the guesser tries to guess as many words as possible within the time limit.</li>
  <li>Once the timer is up the app will display the total number of points earned. It is now the next team's turn.</li>
  <li>Continue the game until the specified number of rounds has been completed.</li>
</ol>

Prepare a few words written on bits of paper and split everybody into teams of 4-6 people. Each team then nominates one team member to be the guesser, while everyone else in the team will be the actors. Teams take turns guessing as many words as possible with their guesser as everybody else acts out the words. The team who successfully guesses the most words wins the game.

Everyone acts together while one player tries to guess.

Reverse Charades

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Start by counting the number of players. You'll be counting up to double this number. For instance, if there are 5 players, your goal is to collectively count to 10.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The game can begin with any player randomly shouting "one".</li>
  <li>Continue counting in sequence, but without a set turn order. It's essential that the counting isn't predictable, so no counting in a clockwise direction or any set pattern!</li>
  <li>Each player can shout out a number twice. If any player shouts more than twice, it's game over and you'll have to start again from one.</li>
  <li>Only one player can shout a number at a time. If two or more players shout the same number simultaneously, everyone must start again from one.</li>
  <li>If the group successfully counts up to the final number, congratulations, you all win!</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay variations</h2>
<ul>
  <li>For a fun twist, try playing with your eyes closed or blindfolded. If you're looking for a greater challenge, have each player count three times instead of twice.</li>
  <li>For an engaging twist, have all players start the game standing. When a player calls out a number, they must quickly crouch and remain in that position. Once crouched, a player is considered safe for the duration of the game round. The game continues until there is only one player left standing. This player is then eliminated from the game. It's important to adhere to the core rule where if two or more players call out the same number simultaneously, they are immediately eliminated from the game. This adds an exciting risk to speaking out and ensures players are attentive and strategic about their timing. This variation not only tests players' quick thinking and coordination but also adds a physical element to the game, making it more dynamic and entertaining.</li>
</ul>

Your group attempts to count in order up to double your number of players. For instance, 10 players would aim to count to 20. The catch? Numbers are called out randomly, with no set turn order. If two players say the same number simultaneously, it's back to the start. This thrilling group game tests your 'psychic' ability to tune into the group's rhythm. 

Shout numbers in order as a group, but don't overlap or everyone starts over.

Psychic

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Assign one player to become the host. This player will act as the narrator for the game and will not participate in playing the actual game (take turns with this role).</li>
  <li>Everybody should sit in a circle or around some sort of table.</li>
  <li>Press the ‘Let's Play’ button on this page and follow the on-screen directions to assign everybody their secret identities.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Night Phase</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Instruct all players to close their eyes. Then, ask the Mafia members to open their eyes and silently agree on one player to eliminate. Once they have decided, the Mafia members should close their eyes again.</li>
  <li>Next, ask the Detective to open their eyes and silently point to one player whose role they wish to investigate. As the narrator, give a thumbs up if the chosen player is a Mafia member, or a thumbs down if they are not. Afterward, instruct the Detective to close their eyes.</li>
  <li>Now, ask the Doctor to open their eyes and point to one player they wish to ‘save’ for the night. This chosen player will survive an attack from the Mafia. Then, instruct the Doctor to close their eyes.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Day Phase</h2>
<ol>
  <li>After all players have opened their eyes, announce the outcome of the night. If the Doctor saved the Mafia’s target, state that no one was eliminated during the night. If the Mafia’s target was not saved, instruct the targeted player to reveal their role, noting that they are now out of the game. While eliminated players can no longer participate, they are welcome to silently watch the remainder of the game.</li>
  <li>Then, the discussion phase of the game begins where all players openly discuss their suspicions and thoughts based on the events of the night and previous rounds. Encourage everyone to participate and share their perspectives. For example, a player might express doubt about someone’s behavior, saying something like, “I found it strange that Sam was very quiet during the last round, maybe they’re trying to hide something.” Another player might defend themselves or others, providing their reasoning, “I think Emma is safe; she voted against the Mafia in the previous round.” Set a time limit for the discussion to ensure the game continues at a good pace, and as the narrator, be ready to moderate the discussion, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to speak and that the conversation stays respectful and on track.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Voting Phase</h2>
<ol>
  <li>After the day's discussion, hold a vote to decide which player the group believes is part of the Mafia. Each player will cast their vote, and the player with the most votes is chosen for elimination. Players who have been voted out or eliminated by the Mafia are out of the game and can no longer participate actively. However, they are welcome to stay and watch the remainder of the game without commenting or revealing any information.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Conclusion of the Game</h2>
<p>As the cycles of Night and Day Phases progress in Mafia, the game becomes increasingly intense with more players being eliminated. This continues until the game reaches a decisive end under one of the following conditions:</p>
<p><strong>Mafia Victory:</strong></p>
<p>Outnumber: The Mafia achieves victory and the game ends when the number of Mafia members is equal to or greater than the number of remaining non-Mafia players. At this point, the Mafia's influence is too strong to be overturned, and they dominate the game.</p>
<p><strong>Village Victory:</strong></p>
<p>Elimination of Mafia: The non-Mafia players—comprising the Detective, Doctor, and Villagers—claim victory by successfully identifying and eliminating all the Mafia members through the Voting Phases.</p>
<p><strong>Announcing the Results:</strong></p>
<p>Following the end of the game, bring all players together to announce the results and reveal the identities of all the Mafia members. This moment serves as an opportunity for players to reflect on the game, share their strategies, and discuss the pivotal moments that led to the final outcome. Celebrate the winning side, and encourage a lively discussion to wrap up the session.</p>
<h2>What If Scenarios</h2>
<ol>
  <li><strong>What if the Detective is eliminated?</strong> The game continues without the detective's investigations. The detective, like any other eliminated player, cannot reveal their findings once they are out of the game.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Doctor successfully saves someone?</strong> If the Doctor successfully saves the Mafia's target, the host will announce in the morning that no one has been eliminated.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Mafia can't agree on a target? </strong>The host should give the Mafia a limited amount of time to make their decision. If the Mafia still can't agree, the host can either have them skip their turn or decide that the first person they pointed to is their choice.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Doctor tries to save themselves and they are the Mafia's target?</strong> Depending on the variant of the game you're playing, this is usually allowed. The Doctor would survive the Mafia's attack that night.</li>
  <li><strong>What if a player accidentally reveals their role? </strong>This could be left to the discretion of the game's host. Some hosts might allow the game to continue as it can add an interesting twist, while others might choose to restart the game.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Mafia member is the first one to be lynched?</strong> The game continues until all Mafia members are eliminated or until the number of Mafia members equals the number of non-Mafia players.</li>
  <li><strong>What if the Detective investigates a Mafia member who was saved by the Doctor? </strong>The Detective would still learn that the player is a Mafia member. The Doctor's save does not change a player's alignment.</li>
  <li><strong>What if there is a tie during the voting phase?</strong> The host can handle this in a few ways: either by having a runoff vote between the tied players, extending the discussion time, or deciding that no one is eliminated.</li>
  <li><strong>What if a player talks out of turn or shares information after they've been eliminated? </strong>The host should remind players of the rules and ask them not to speak once they've been eliminated. If it continues, the host might consider excluding the player from future games.</li>
</ol>

Players secretly assume roles of Mafia, a Detective, a Doctor, or Villagers. At night, with all eyes closed, the Mafia 'eliminate' someone, the Detective investigates, and the Doctor saves a player. By day, all players debate and vote out a suspected Mafia member. The game ends when all Mafia are voted out, or the Mafia outnumber the rest.

Deceive and strategize to identify the Mafia among you. Trust no one, ally wisely.

Mafia


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Assemble your group of players. The game can be played with two or more participants.</li> <li>Define the game rules - whether there will be a time limit for responses, and if the game will be cooperative (everyone contributing to the best story) or competitive (players trying to make it difficult for others to continue the story).</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>The game begins with the first player, who starts the story by forming a sentence that begins with the letter 'A'. For instance, "A cat was strolling on the roof."</li> <li>The following player continues the story with a sentence starting with the letter 'B'. They might say, "Boldly, it jumped onto the tall tree next door."</li> <li>Each subsequent player carries on the story in the same manner, starting their sentence with the next sequential letter of the alphabet. For example, for 'C', a player could say, "Crows scattered as the cat climbed higher."</li> <li>If a player fails to come up with a sentence starting with the correct letter within 10 seconds, they are eliminated from the game. For instance, if a player can't think of a sentence beginning with 'D' within the time limit, they're out.</li> <li>The game continues in this pattern, with each remaining player taking turns to add to the story using the next letter of the alphabet.</li> <li>The game ends when the players have worked their way through all the letters of the alphabet, from 'A' to 'Z', or when only one player remains. The last player standing is then declared the winner.</li> <li>This way, not only is the game a fun competition, but it also results in a collaborative and often humorous story.</li>
    </ol>
  

Players weave a continuous narrative where each player's sentence begins with the succeeding letter of the alphabet. If a player cannot come up with a sentence starting with the correct letter, they lose are eliminated. The game continues until all 26 letters of the alphabet are exhausted, or a single player remains, who is then declared the winner.

Craft a story by adding sentences in alphabetical order.

Alphabet Story

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Choose a player to be the guesser and have them leave the room.</li>
  <li>The rest of the group then comes up with something that everybody owns or has. For example a passport, a microwave, a tattoo, etc. Make sure the guesser cannot hear what thing the group has decided on!</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Get the guesser to come back into the room and they can then approach each person with the question “How’s yours?”</li>
  <li>The player being questioned must give a truthful clue about the chosen thing. Something helpful but not too obvious or vague. For example, if the thing is phone, then saying “Mine is good” is not helpful. Instead, something like “Mine is cracked” is better.</li>
  <li>The guesser must ask everybody the same one question "How's yours?". However if you have 4 or less people, the guesser may ask everybody twice.</li>
  <li>Once the guesser has asked everybody, they have one chance to make their guess. If they are correct, they win the game, but if they are wrong they lose.</li>
  <li>Then the player who gave them the last clue becomes the guesser for the next round.</li>
  <li>If your group is competitive, count the number of times the guesser asks and the guesser with the lowest number at the end of the game wins.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Examples</h2>
<ul>
  <li>Phone</li>
  <li>Dad</li>
  <li>Mom</li>
  <li>Passport</li>
  <li>House</li>
  <li>Hair</li>
  <li>Pet</li>
  <li>Car</li>
  <li>Bed</li>
  <li>Job</li>
  <li>School</li>
  <li>Clothing items (eg underwear)</li>
  <li>Emotions (eg jealousy)</li>
  <li>Bicycle</li>
  <li>Backpack or bag</li>
  <li>Pillow</li>
  <li>Shoes</li>
  <li>Favorite book</li>
  <li>Sunglasses</li>
  <li>Earbuds or headphones</li>
  <li>Closet</li>
  <li>Swimsuit</li>
  <li>Fridge</li>
  <li>First crush</li>
  <li>Feet</li>
  <li>Favorite drink</li>
  <li>First pet</li>
  <li>Bathroom</li>
</ul>

Assign one person to leave the room. The group then has to choose an item or thing that most players would have, like a bracelet or their passport or phone. The person is invited back into the room and then asks other players one by one “How’s yours?” to figure out what the item is.

Find the secret item by asking ‘How’s yours?’ and reading the hints.

How’s Yours?

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Divide players into two even teams of size and speed.</li>
  <li>Have each team stand in one line facing the other team, around 7 meters apart, so that each person from one team is directly across another person from the other team.</li>
  <li>Then assign each pair of people who are standing across from each other a number (watch the video to understand)! So if there are 10 people in total, you will assign up to 5.</li>
  <li>Finally, you’ll need one person to be the ‘caller’ who will yell out the numbers, this person cannot play.</li>
  <li>Place a neutral object (aka bacon) in the center of the playing area.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>When everybody is ready, the caller can randomly yell out a number. Those players who were assigned that number race to grab the bacon and bring it to their side while avoiding being tagged by opponents.</li>
  <li>If a player is tagged while carrying the bacon, they become out and the bacon is returned to the center.</li>
  <li>The first team to successfully bring the bacon to their side wins the round.</li>
  <li>Repeat steps 3-5 until all players have had a chance to play or a predetermined number of rounds have been completed.</li>
  <li>The team with the most successful bacon steals at the end wins the game.</li>
  <li>Note: The rules can be adjusted for different variations and levels of play.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Alternative Gameplay</h2>
<p>Once your group is familiar with the rules above, try secretly assigning numbers to players instead. This way, each team doesn't know who they are up against. Note, this version works best in a circle formation so that everybody is the same distance from the bacon (aka stick).</p>

Steal the Bacon (AKA Dog and bone) is a fun and fast-paced game that involves two teams. The objective of the game is to steal a neutral object (bacon) placed in the center of the playing area and bring it to the opposing team's side. Each player is assigned a number and must defend their side while trying to steal the bacon. If a player is tagged while carrying the bacon, they become out and the bacon is returned to the center. The first team to successfully bring the bacon to their side wins the round. With its high-energy and teamwork-focused gameplay, Steal the Bacon is a great game for kids and adults alike.

Teams sprint, tag, and pull the object to their side to score points.

Steal The Bacon

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Choose one person who will hold the press conference to leave the room.</li>
  <li>The remaining group then must collectively decide who that person will be when he/she comes back into the room. This needs to be a person that all the guests know something about. For example, a famous person, fictional character, or a mutual friend that everybody knows something about.</li>
  <li>Once the group has decided, have the person come back into the room and stand in front of the group like they are holding a press conference. It helps if they act the part like saying “Thank you very much for coming here…” etc.</li>
  <li>The rest of the group can also play the role of the journalists by taking photographs, and excitedly putting up their hands to ask the next question, for example, “Sir! John from the Daily Grind here…”.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Any of the journalist players can put their hand up to ask their question and the player holding the press conference points to the journalist who can ask their question (just like a real press conference). The question will be something about the person whom they are supposed to be. For example, if the person is supposed to be Niel Armstrong, then a journalist's question might be “Hi, Jim Bush from The Daily Times. “What did it feel like up there?”.</li>
  <li>The player holding the press conference then must give an answer, pretending they know who they are. For example “It felt great, highly recommended”.</li>
  <li>The game continues like this as the journalists ask a series of questions until the player holding the press conference correctly guesses who they are based on the questions. Note, ideally questions should be creative and help the player figure out who they are, but also not give it away too easily.</li>
  <li>Tip: For an added challenge you can set a time limit to guess correctly.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Examples</h2>
<p>In addition to selecting people, you can also choose various products or other categories for the guesser to identify! It's important to inform the guesser about the category being played before starting. Below is a list of potential categories, along with some examples for consideration:</p>
<p><br></p>
<p><u><strong>People:</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>Donald Trump (E.g., "How did it feel losing?")</li>
  <li>Barack Obama</li>
  <li>Beyoncé</li>
  <li>Taylor Swift</li>
  <li>Elon Musk</li>
  <li>Bill Gates</li>
  <li>Queen Elizabeth II</li>
  <li>Albert Einstein</li>
  <li>Brad Pitt</li>
  <li>The Beatles (as a collective group)</li>
  <li>Harry Potter</li>
  <li>Spider-Man</li>
  <li>Wonder Woman</li>
  <li>Darth Vader</li>
  <li>James Bond</li>
  <li>Sherlock Holmes</li>
  <li>Captain Jack Sparrow</li>
  <li>Indiana Jones</li>
  <li>Mickey Mouse</li>
  <li>Santa Claus</li>
  <li>The Easter Bunny</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Products</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>The latest iphone (Eg "What's new about your camera system?")</li>
  <li>The latest tesla</li>
  <li>The new Playstaiton/Xbox</li>
  <li>A Gucci handbag</li>
  <li>Hair gel</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Locations or Landmarks</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>The Great Wall of China (E.g., "How long did your construction take?")</li>
  <li>The Statue of Liberty in New York</li>
  <li>The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt</li>
  <li>The Colosseum in Rome, Italy</li>
  <li>Machu Picchu in Peru</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Movies or Books</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>Harry Potter (E.g., "What's unique about your school of magic?")</li>
  <li>The Godfather</li>
  <li>Wizard of Oz</li>
  <li>Titanic</li>
  <li>The Lord of the Rings</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Animals</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>A lion (E.g., "What's your role in the pride?")</li>
  <li>A dragon</li>
  <li>A blue whale</li>
  <li>A unicorn</li>
  <li>A bald eagle</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Occupations</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>A firefighter (E.g., "What's essential in your safety gear?")</li>
  <li>A professional soccer player</li>
  <li>A marine biologist</li>
  <li>A fashion designer</li>
  <li>An astronaut</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Inventions or Discoveries</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>The invention of the internet (E.g., "How did you change global communication?")</li>
  <li>The discovery of penicillin</li>
  <li>The creation of the lightbulb</li>
  <li>The invention of the airplane</li>
  <li>The discovery of the DNA double helix structure</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Sports or Games</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>The game of chess (E.g., "What's a key winning strategy?")</li>
  <li>The sport of basketball</li>
  <li>The Olympic Games</li>
  <li>The FIFA World Cup</li>
  <li>The board game Monopoly</li>
</ul>
<p><u><strong>Food and Cuisine</strong></u></p>
<ul>
  <li>Sushi (E.g., "What's a traditional ingredient?")</li>
  <li>Pizza</li>
  <li>Tacos</li>
  <li>Chocolate cake</li>
  <li>French baguettes</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Concepts or Trends</strong></p>
<ul>
  <li>Cryptocurrency (E.g., "How do you differ from regular currency?")</li>
  <li>Virtual Reality (VR)</li>
  <li>Sustainable living</li>
  <li>Social media influence</li>
  <li>Artificial Intelligence (AI)</li>
</ul>

Hold up a press conference just like a celebrity or politician would do. Take and answer questions from the journalists. The catch is you have no idea who you are, while all journalists do. So use their questions as clues to guess who you are.

Impersonate a celeb at a fake presser, guess who from questions.

The Press Conference


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Everyone needs to stand up and wear their socks just over their toes so that they flop off the toe at least 4 inches.</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>On the count of three, all players need to try to step on everyone else’s floppy socks and hope that they will move their foot so that their sock will come off.</li> <li>Players need to try to do this without their own floppy sock coming off.</li> <li>Note, players cannot pull other players' socks off, they can only stand on them and hope the other player moves, thereby taking off their floppy sock.</li> <li>Once both socks are off, that player is eliminated from the game and the last person with a floppy sock still on their foot wins the game.</li> <li>Note: Some players may try to stay out of the action or not move much as a winning strategy. These are the players you should gang up on!</li>
    </ol>
  

Have all the players wear their socks so they are hanging off the front of their feet so that they are floppy socks. Then everybody tries to step on each other’s socks in order to pull them off. Keep playing until there is only one player left with a floppy sock on who wins the game!

Players wear socks on front feet, step on floppy ones to eliminate opponents.

Floppy Socks


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Determine if the game will be played with two players or four players (in teams of two).</li> <li>If playing with four players, divide the players into two teams, with each team having two members.</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Both players or teams start by simultaneously saying a random word.</li> <li>Players listen to each other's words and attempt to find a word that connects the two initial words.</li> <li>For each round, players think of a connecting word independently.</li> <li>Players (or teammates, if playing in teams) count down from three and then say their chosen connecting word simultaneously.</li> <li>If the players (or teammates) say the same word, they win the game. If not, they listen to each other's words and proceed to the next round, attempting to find a word that connects the new pair of words.</li> <li>The game continues until both players (or teammates) successfully say the same connecting word.</li>
    </ol>
  

Two or four players challenge their minds by simultaneously saying random words and then searching for a common connecting word. Players must think quickly, understand each other's thought processes, and work together to succeed. The game can be played in pairs or with four players in teams of two, taking turns to find connections. This engaging activity offers endless amusement and brain-teasing fun while fostering a sense of connection and collaboration among participants.

Say words at the same time—find a word you both say together.

Say The Same Thing

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Write everybody's first names on bits of paper, fold them up and mix them together in a bowl.</li>
  <li>Divide players into two even teams for clear distinction. Options include boys vs girls, adults vs kids, color coding with each team wearing a different color, using accessories like hats for one team and none for the other, or footwear differences like one team in shoes and the other barefoot or in socks. As long as the two teams are easily identifiable.</li>
  <li>Have each blindly take one of the bits of paper from the bowl.</li>
  <li>On one of the sofa's, ensure one player from each team sits on the couch ends, leaving an empty space in the middle.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The player to the left of the empty space calls out one player's name.</li>
  <li>The player with the called name moves to the empty space.</li>
  <li>Then, the player to the left of the new empty space calls out another name.</li>
  <li>Repeat this until one team occupies the entire couch, winning the game.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Variations</h2>
<ol>
  <li>In the instructions above and in our video, we show 3 people needing to occupy the couch to win. However, you can also play with 4 people needing to occupy the couch.</li>
  <li>For a more challenging twist, have players draw a new identity from a bowl each time they move to a new seat. This continuous swapping of names increases the challenge, as players must remember not only the current positions but also the ever-changing names of all players.</li>
</ol>

The Couch Game, also known as "4 on a Couch," is an exciting and strategic team game that challenges players to remember and utilize their teammates' newly assigned names. For setup, you'll need a couch, additional chairs for the non-couch players, and a bowl containing slips of paper with all players' names. Each player draws a name from the bowl, leading to the formation of two evenly-matched teams. Initially, one player from each team sits at opposite ends of the couch, with an empty space left in the middle. The game unfolds as players take turns calling out names. The individual holding the called name must move to the empty spot on the couch. The main objective is to have your team fully occupy the couch, a feat requiring both strategic thinking and a good memory.

Take turns swapping seats to win the “couch”.

The Couch Game

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Gather a group of participants, ideally 6 or more players for a better game experience.</li>
  <li>Instruct the players to form a circle, standing with a comfortable distance between each person.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Choose one player to start the game by calling out another player's name.</li>
  <li>The named player must quickly duck to avoid being "shot."</li>
  <li>The two players on either side of the ducking player point their hands like guns at each other and yell "Bang!" as quickly as possible.</li>
  <li>The slower player in each duel pretends to be shot, falls to the ground, and is eliminated from the game.</li>
  <li>The host continues to randomly call out players names and the game continues in this manner until only two players remain.</li>
  <li>For the final duel, the last two players stand back to back in the center of the circle. An unbiased participant or observer acts as the referee and counts down from a predetermined number, such as three or five, or uses a signal like "Ready, set, go!" The players take a step away from each other with each count. At the final count or signal, both players quickly turn around, point their hands like guns at each other, and yell "Bang!" The player who turns around and yells "Bang!" first wins the duel and is declared the winner of the game.</li>
</ol>

Bang is an exhilarating and interactive party game that challenges players' reflexes and quick thinking in a series of rapid-fire duels. Participants stand in a circle, and one person initiates the game by calling out another player's name. The named player must duck to avoid being "shot," while the two adjacent players "shoot" at each other by pointing their hands like guns and yelling "Bang!" The slower player in each duel is eliminated, and the last person standing is declared the winner. Perfect for various social gatherings, this engaging icebreaker fosters interaction, laughter, and friendly competition among players of all ages.

Duck when your name’s called—adjacent players shoot with finger guns!

Bang!


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Choose a starting player who will explain why they are late.</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>The starting player may start by saying something like “Sorry I’m late because I had to save my daughter who got kidnapped when she was traveling in Paris”.</li> <li>The group then needs to guess what movie they are referring to. In this example, the answer is the movie Taken.</li> <li>The player who guessed correctly then goes next to explain while they are late.</li> <li>The game continues like this until you have had enough.</li> <li>Or for a competitive variation, split into teams, and the team that guesses the most correct answers wins the game.</li>
    </ol>
  
    <h2>Examples</h2>
    <ul >
      <li>Sorry, I'm late because I was held captive on an alien spacecraft.</li> <li>I'm sorry for being late. I was searching for treasure with a group of adventurers.</li> <li>Sorry, I got held up by some evil henchmen while I was trying to save the city.</li> <li>My apologies for being late. I was trying to help a group of friends destroy a cursed object.</li> <li>Sorry, I was trapped in a time loop and couldn't escape until I found a way to break it.</li> <li>I'm sorry for being late. I was fighting off zombies to save the last remaining survivors.</li> <li>Sorry, I was caught up in a battle between superheroes and villains.</li> <li>My apologies for being late. I was stranded on a deserted island and had to find a way back to civilization.</li> <li>Sorry, I was on a mission to stop a group of hackers from destroying the internet.</li> <li>Sorry, I had to save the world from a dangerous virus outbreak.</li>
    </ul>
    

Apologize for being late by using a movie plot as the reason for your tardiness. For example, “Sorry I’m late because I had to save the Galaxy from Darth Vadar”. Players then try to guess the name of the movie.

Use a movie plot as your excuse for being late - others guess.

Sorry I’m Late

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Have the players hold out their hands in front of them with any one finger extended on each hand. Hold hands flat and straight out so it’s easy to see how many fingers are extended throughout the game.</li>
  <li>Decide which player will start the game.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The starting player can attack the other player’s hand by tapping on it with one of their fingers.</li>
  <li>The player whose hand is tapped must add the number of fingers of the attacking hand to their already extended fingers. Eg. if the attacking hand has 2 fingers extended and the tapped hand has 1 finger, the tapped hand will then extend a total of 3 fingers (2 fingers +1 finger = 3 fingers).</li>
  <li>Players can use their turn to transfer an even number of fingers (2 or 4) from one hand to the other by tapping their own hands together. For example, if a player has 4 fingers extended on their left hand and 1 finger on their right hand, they may choose to transfer 2 fingers from their left to their right hand, resulting in 2 fingers extended on each hand. A hand must have at least 2 fingers extended to initiate a transfer.</li>
  <li>Additionally, if a player’s hand is 'dead' (0 fingers extended), they can bring it back into play by transferring fingers to it, as long as the other hand has 2 or more fingers extended and they transfer an even number.</li>
  <li>A player cannot attack a hand if the total sum of the fingers would exceed 5. Eg. your hand has 3 fingers extended and your opponent has 4, you cannot attack it as it would mean a total of &nbsp;7 fingers (3+4=7). In this case, you’ll need to transfer some to your other hand.</li>
  <li>Players take turns attacking or transferring until one player’s hands are both dead.</li>
  <li>A hand is dead by either having no fingers extended or being unable to make a move: attack or transfer.</li>
</ol>

Have players face each other with one finger on each hand extended. A player can attack by tapping another player’s hand. The tapped hand will then add the number of fingers from the attacking hand and hold up that many fingers. When a hand extends 5 fingers it is dead, unless the other hand can transfer fingers to it. A player with two dead hands loses the game.

Tap opponents’ fingers to attack—defend your own to win.

Chopsticks

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Have everyone sit or stand in a circle or around a table so that each person has a clear line of sight to every other player. Explain the rules below.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Everyone closes their eyes.</li>
  <li>Each player turns their head toward another player while keeping their eyes closed.</li>
  <li>The host counts down “3, 2, 1, Open!”</li>
  <li>Everyone opens their eyes.</li>
  <li>If two players are looking directly at each other, both are eliminated.</li>
  <li>If the person you’re looking at is focused on someone else, you’re safe and continue to the next round.</li>
  <li>Repeat steps 1–6 until only one or two players remain; these players win the round.</li>
  <li>Continue playing rounds until one player wins two rounds (or stop after the first round).</li>
</ol>
<h2>Drinking Game Variation</h2>
<p>Follow the same rules, but instead of being eliminated, players take a drink when they’d normally be eliminated. No one is removed; drinking is the penalty.</p>

Have the players sit or stand in a circle with their heads down. On the count of three, players have to look up at the same time and look at a different player. But if two players find themselves looking at each other, they are out of the round. Keep playing until there are only two players left who win the game.

Look at a different player, but if that player is also looking at you, you're both out!

Medusa

<h2>Setup</h2>
<ol>
  <li>Gather a group of players and agree on the category of names that will be used in the game.</li>
  <li>Decide on the order of play (e.g., clockwise or counterclockwise).</li>
  <li>Choose a starting player.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Gameplay</h2>
<ol>
  <li>The starting player names a name. Eg Jennifer Aniston.</li>
  <li>The next player must then name a name that begins with the last name of the previous player's name (e.g., Adam Sandler).</li>
  <li>The game continues in this way, with each player naming a name that begins with the last name of the previous player's name.</li>
  <li>If a player can't think of a name within a set amount of time (e.g., 10 seconds), they are eliminated from the game.</li>
  <li>The game continues until only one player remains, and they are declared the winner.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Other Name Categories to Try</h2>
<ul>
  <li><strong>TV Characters</strong> - Names of characters from television shows.</li>
  <li><strong>Historical Figures</strong> - Names of well-known historical figures.</li>
  <li><strong>Musicians</strong> - Names of famous singers, bands, or composers.</li>
  <li><strong>Athletes</strong> - Names of sports players and coaches.</li>
  <li><strong>Cartoon Characters</strong> - Names of characters from animated shows and movies.</li>
  <li><strong>Video Game Characters</strong> - Names of characters from popular video games.</li>
  <li><strong>People you know</strong> - Names of friends and family</li>
</ul>

In the Name Game, players take turns naming famous people, fictional characters, and historical figures, with each name starting with the first letter of the last name of the previous name mentioned. The game is simple, fun, and highly addictive, making it perfect for groups of all ages. Players must be quick thinkers, using their knowledge of popular culture, history, and literature to keep the game going. The last person standing is declared the winner, making for a lively and competitive party game that is sure to entertain.

Take turns naming famous people, last letter sets the next.

The Name Game


    <h2>Setup</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Gather players: Assemble a group of players, ideally between 3 and 10, to participate in the game.</li> <li>Choose a comfortable setting: Find a comfortable place for players to sit, such as a circle or around a table, where everyone can easily hear and see one another.</li>
    </ol>
    <h2>Gameplay</h2>
    <ol>
    <li>Select a letter: One player, usually the person who suggested the game or the designated game leader, thinks of a letter and announces it to the group.</li> <li>Starting with the person to the left of the game leader, players take turns saying an object that can fit into a jar and begins with the chosen letter. For example, if the letter is "B," a player could say "button."</li> <li>Gameplay proceeds clockwise, with each player coming up with a unique object fitting the criteria. Repeated objects or objects that don't fit in a jar are not allowed.</li> <li>Players who cannot come up with a valid object or repeat an object are eliminated from the game. The last player remaining wins.</li>
    </ol>
  

In this game, players gather around and choose a letter to serve as the starting point. Taking turns, they must come up with unique objects that fit into a jar, each beginning with the chosen letter. As the game progresses, players are encouraged to think outside the box, and the growing list of objects makes for a fun and entertaining experience. 