[From small to large groups] Drinking games recommended for college students
We’ve put together a list of games that seem perfect for livening up a drinking party—especially recommended for college students.
We’re focusing on ones you can start on the spot when inspiration strikes and that don’t require many props.
When drinking, even things that wouldn’t normally make you laugh can suddenly feel hilarious, so even super simple games you’ve played “a million times” can get everyone fired up! These are all games that both drinkers and non-drinkers can enjoy together in a lively atmosphere, so be sure to give them a try!
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[From small to large groups] Drinking games recommended for university students (41–50)
Telepathy Game
Strengthen your team bond? Let me introduce the Telepathy Game.
The rules are simple: players take turns drawing a slip of paper with a prompt from a box and say the first thing that comes to mind.
If your answer matches another member’s exactly, you succeed! If everyone’s answers differ, you fail.
It sounds easy, but it’s actually quite challenging.
Since you have to think about what others might associate with the prompt, it truly puts your team’s connection to the test.
This game is guaranteed to get everyone hyped—use it to liven up your next party or drinking get-together!
Dosukoi Game
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Think up words quickly! Here’s an idea for the “Dosukoi” game.
In the Dosukoi game, participants sit in a circle and raise their thumbs.
Players then race to call out “___ dosukoi” with a word that has the same number of letters as the number of raised thumbs and starts with the letter one designated person chose first.
It’s simple, but when you’re a little tipsy, words don’t come easily, which can be frustrating—in a fun way.
You can also add variations, like giving a penalty to the last person remaining.
Wasshoi Game
https://www.tiktok.com/@liacreate__/video/7394789823267065095Let’s have fun by specifying word endings! Here’s an idea for the Wasshoi Game.
In the Wasshoi Game, participants sit in a circle and stick their thumbs up.
Players then call out, as quickly as they can, a word that has the same number of letters as the total number of raised thumbs and that ends with a letter chosen by one of the players.
Whoever succeeds drops out, and play continues.
To raise the stakes, you can prepare a penalty for the last person remaining, such as doing an impression or telling a personal story—many people will get serious if there’s a forfeit on the line.
It’s one of those games that really gets lively, especially when everyone’s a little tipsy.
Stand-up game
No equipment needed! A great mini-game you can enjoy with just your body is this Stand-Up Game.
Starting from one end, players take turns calling out a number from 0 up to the total number of people present.
If the number called matches the number of people who stand up at that moment, that caller is safe and out of the game.
The person who remains until the very end loses.
It’s fun even with a small group! On the other hand, it can be quite tricky with a large crowd.
Since all you do is stand up or sit down on the spot, it’s an easy game you can enjoy even while drinking or eating.
The “Haa” game
Have you heard of the game “Haa tte iu Game” (the “Haa” Game)? It’s been featured on TV and elsewhere, so many of you may already know it.
As the name suggests, it’s a game where you convey what kind of emotion is behind the word “haa” (a sigh-like utterance) using only your voice and facial expressions.
The emotions for “haa” can include anger, doubt, admiration, feigned ignorance, and many more.
You draw a card with a prompt and the game begins.
Without using gestures, you communicate using only your voice and expressions.
The other players try to guess which prompt you’re acting out, and the person who earns the most points wins.
As shown in the video, cards for the “Haa” Game are available for purchase, but you can also easily make your own to get started.
Give it a try for inspiration!
The Perfect Match Game
Here’s an introduction to the “Perfect Match Numbers” game.
The rules are simple: split into two teams and set a shared target number.
The teams take turns asking any questions they like, and you add up the numerical answers.
The team whose total ends up closer to the original target number wins.
A good strategy is to aim for a big number with the first question, then fine-tune your questions to inch closer to the target.
It’s a super lively game that’s sure to bring your team closer together! Give it a try at parties or drinking gatherings.
Birthday line
This video introduces a game called “Birthday Line.” As the name suggests, it’s a game where, within a time limit, players line up in a single file in order of who has the earliest birthday.
The tricky part is that saying your actual birthday is forbidden.
Participants have to infer each other’s birthdays from clues—like trends popular when they were kids or the season of their birth month—and then arrange themselves correctly.
It’s a bit easier with a mix of generations, but if everyone is the same age, the difficulty goes up.
Use this game to help everyone mingle and have fun!