Drinking game: Categories

Categories 🔠 – Detailed rules for the drinking game

Game preparation:

• Number of players: 3-10 players (ideal for medium groups).

• Required materials: No accessories required, just drinks for all players.

• Goal of the game: Test the general knowledge and speed of the players to see who can name the most terms without making a mistake.

Game play:

1. Game start:

   • The players sit in a circle or around a table.

   • The youngest player begins the game by naming a category . The category can be anything, such as "car brands," "animals," "movies," or "countries."

   • The category should be chosen so that everyone in the group is familiar with the terms in that category.

2. The process:

   • The first player names a term that fits the chosen category (e.g. for “car brands” the term could be “BMW”).

   • The next player must then also name a term that fits the category (e.g. “Mercedes”).

   • This continues in turns until a player makes a mistake.

3. Errors and penalties:

   • An error occurs when:

     • A player no longer knows a term and cannot give a suitable answer.

     • A player repeats a term that has already been said .

   • In this case, the missing player must drink (a sip or, depending on the rules of the game, a shot).

   • After a mistake is made, the next player in line takes a turn and says a new term or chooses a new category.

4. Round progress:

   • The game continues until every player has named a category at least once. The player who makes the most mistakes or causes the most errors in the group could receive an additional penalty at the end of the round, such as having to drink an extra shot.

Additional rules and variations:

• More difficult categories: If the group is already familiar with the categories, you could make them more difficult, such as "Plant Species," "Famous Paintings," or "Chemical Elements." This will challenge the players' knowledge even more.

• Faster rounds: The time each player has to say their word can be limited to a certain number of seconds (e.g., 10 seconds). Anyone who exceeds this time must drink.

• New categories after each mistake: Another option is to change the category after each mistake to make the game more varied and difficult.

Perfect for:

• Groups that have good general knowledge and quick thinking.

• Players who like to test their creativity and memory while laughing together in a fun group.

• Ideal for anyone who wants to combine knowledge with fun in a sociable setting!

Conclusion: " Categories " is a simple yet highly entertaining drinking game that will provide plenty of laughs. It challenges players to think quickly and come up with new terms, while simultaneously testing each individual's knowledge and speed. Perfect for groups that have a good memory and a broad general knowledge—or at least enjoy testing it!