Punishment games that liven up company drinking parties and banquets
Having a lineup of penalty games ready for company drinking parties, banquets, or entertainment segments can really liven things up.
That said, if the penalties are too harsh, no one will laugh, and it can be hard to come up with ones that are just the right level of difficulty.
In this article, we’ll introduce fun penalty games that are sure to be a hit even at company gatherings!
We’ve compiled a wide range—from classic penalties to ones that are perfect for the smartphone era—so please use them as inspiration!
Punishment games that liven up company drinking parties and banquets (1–10)
Stocking Sumo
Choose two people to receive the penalty and have them do a stocking sumo match by themselves.
Stocking sumo is often seen on variety shows, but you almost never witness it in real life.
It really does a number on your face, and while it’s a punishment regardless of gender, there’s no doubt it becomes an especially outrageous penalty for women.
Tickling the soles of the feet
It’s a simple penalty game where the person’s body is securely restrained and the soles of their feet are tickled until the set time runs out.
It’s tough for the person on the receiving end, but because the space fills with laughter, it helps liven up the atmosphere.
Some people aren’t ticklish on their soles, so set a slightly longer time and proceed while figuring out which areas they’re sensitive to.
Since the theme is laughter, it pairs well with games like “you lose if you laugh,” creating an overall happy vibe and making it more fun.
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I’ll show you my yearbook and driver’s license photos.
Photos in yearbooks and on driver’s licenses are often not what people would choose for themselves.
Since you can’t retake them or check them beforehand, many end up regretting them when they see the final result later.
So how about a penalty game where you have to show a photo you’d rather no one saw? It might get an unexpected reaction.
cutesy act; playing up a fake-cute persona (burikko)
Some people say they like it, but cutesy behavior—especially among the same sex—is generally unpopular.
Regardless of gender, the dare this time is to act all cutesy.
If you’re going to do it, go all out! That said, I haven’t really seen many men act cutesy, so this should be fun to watch!
Embarrassingly excessive cosplay
How about a cosplay penalty game? While many people enjoy cosplay as a hobby, plenty find it embarrassing and aren’t comfortable with it.
Having the person being punished wear a costume that’s completely different from their usual character could really liven things up.
It’s also a great idea to have them deliver lines that match the costume!
funny face
The year-end party season is just around the corner.
There will be more chances to have drinking parties with coworkers and friends, right? There are things you can only really talk about at a drinking party, so you want to have a good time.
Playing fun games at these gatherings can really liven up the atmosphere.
Making funny faces has lots of variety, so enjoy it with all kinds of variations! You can imitate celebrities or characters, or show off your personal best funny face—both are great.
Even if you usually feel too shy to make silly faces, take this opportunity to make your funny-face debut.
You might discover a new side of yourself.
improvisational dance
Even just dancing normally can be tough, so having to dance improvisationally might feel pretty embarrassing.
The rule is to keep dancing however you like to music you’re hearing for the first time.
It’s hard to make it look like the video here, but as long as you’re having fun, it’s totally fine—even if you’ve never danced before!
improv impersonation
In this video, the concept is to suddenly ask people to impersonate YouTubers, but for a company punishment game, I think it would be funny to suddenly make them imitate comedians or celebrities instead.
The key is how well they can handle being put on the spot.
I can already picture them panicking!
High-Tension Championship
How about a penalty game where you just go all out and move around at maximum energy—shouting, dancing, jumping, making funny faces, anything goes? I think this is quite a high-level penalty game.
In a way, you have to throw away the character you’ve had until now and show a new you!
Biri-biri
Isn’t the thrill of unpredictable surprises exactly what makes the “electric shock punishment game” so fun? This TV-favorite guarantees a lively time for everyone! The rules are easy to understand, and in a short span it entertains the whole group.
A sudden little jolt changes the mood in an instant and sets off waves of laughter.
That said, it’s important to use it as a light “spice.” Make sure to run it in a way everyone can enjoy, and create a fun time for all!
