Bar Dice - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play
Bar Dice is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 2-6 players that takes about 15-30 min with a medium difficulty level.
Classic bar dice poker
Equipment Needed
Setup
Grab five six-sided dice for each player and ensure everyone has their drink of choice within reach. Decide who rolls first, either by mutual agreement or rolling a single die for highest result. Keep some paper or a phone nearby to track scores if needed, especially for larger groups.
How to Play Bar Dice
- Set up the game according to basic rules
- Players take turns or play simultaneously
- Penalties result in drinking
- Success means assigning drinks
- Continue until winner emerges
- Loser faces final penalty
- Winner earns bragging rights
- Adjust rules as needed for your group
Tips & Strategies
Master the scoring hierarchy: five-of-a-kind is unbeatable, followed by four-of-a-kind with a high die kicker, all the way down to pairs. If you're strategically assigning drinks after a win, go for players who seem confident,they might underestimate the penalties. Watch for quick players who roll simultaneously; it's easy to miss a disqualifying roll unless you're paying close attention. Don't be afraid to adjust the penalty amounts if the group starts to lag or gets overly competitive.
Variations
Shot Stakes: Instead of sipping drinks for penalties, losers take measured shots after each round, intensifying the stakes.. High Roller Rounds: Before rolling, players can bet an extra drink to double the penalty for their opponents if they win.. Wildcard Rolls: Players can reroll one die per turn if their round ends with no scoring combinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happens if two players tie with the same roll?
- In a tie, both players reroll all five dice to determine a winner, with penalties suspended for that round until the tie is broken.
- How do penalties work in Bar Dice?
- Penalties are assigned when a player loses a round, meaning they drink their penalty amount decided beforehand, typically one sip or shot per loss.
- Can players roll at the same time?
- Yes, simultaneous rolling is allowed, but make sure each roll is visible to everyone to avoid disputes over results.
- What is the final penalty for the loser?
- The final penalty can vary, but it's often a large drink or finishing their drink entirely as a consequence of losing the whole game.
Players: 2-6 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: medium
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