Drinking games to play with friends
Quick rules for a group night. Agree on the rules together and choose drinks or alcohol-free alternatives before starting.
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Guess red or black, higher or lower, inside or outside, and the suit. Correct guesses let you give out drinks; incorrect guesses mean you take them. Ponte Pedo handles the cards and scores for 2 to 8 players on one device.
Ring of Fire
Arrange a physical deck in a circle around a central cup. Each player draws a card; each rank has an agreed action such as a category, Never Have I Ever or a new rule. In the traditional version, whoever draws the final king drinks the central cup.
Never Have I Ever
Take turns naming something you have never done, such as falling asleep at a party. Players who have done it take a drink. You do not need cards or any other equipment.
Truth or Dare
Choose between answering a question and doing a challenge. In the drinking variation, a player can take a drink instead. Agree on boundaries together and respect anyone’s decision to pass.
Categories
Choose a category such as countries, football players or drink brands. Take turns giving a new example without repeating or taking too long. Whoever misses takes a drink.
Most Likely To
Ask a question such as ‘Who is most likely to arrive late?’ Everyone points at the same time. The person with the most votes takes a drink.
Tips for the group
Start with an easy game, keep water nearby and alternate with it. Alcohol-free versions work too. Look after the group: enjoying the evening matters more than the score.
For adults aged 18+ only. This is an entertainment game. Drink responsibly, look after your friends and never drive after drinking. You can also play with water, soft drinks or challenges.