What happens if the Captain breaks their own rule?

It depends on your group, but the default is the Captain drinks double for breaking their own rule. Alternatively, some groups make the Captain immediately lose their position for such a slip-up.

Can you combine rules in Captain Dickhead?

Yes, rules can stack. For example, if one rule is 'no names' and another is 'speak in rhyme,' you'd have to avoid saying names while also rhyming your sentences.

How do you pick a new Captain Dickhead?

Typically, the person who calls out a rule violation and catches someone drinking becomes the next Captain. Alternatively, rotate clockwise from the current Captain to keep things simple.

What happens if someone refuses to follow a rule?

Refusing to follow a rule usually counts as an automatic penalty drink. In some games, refusal results in an extra penalty, like finishing your entire drink.

Captain Dickhead - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Captain Dickhead is a drinking game in the No Equipment category for 4-15 players that takes about 15-30 min with a easy difficulty level.

Captain makes rules everyone follows

Equipment Needed

Drinks only

Setup

Decide who will start as Captain Dickhead by a quick vote or a random method, like the person who last took a drink. Everyone sits in a circle with their drinks in hand. The Captain begins by making up a rule that everyone has to follow while drinking, such as speaking in an accent, not saying certain words, or always raising their glass before sipping.

How to Play Captain Dickhead

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

Start with simple rules to keep the game moving quickly, like 'you must say cheers before drinking.' If you're Captain, pay attention to how many rules are currently in play,too many at once can make the game less fun or too chaotic. If someone forgets a rule or messes up, make the penalty drink small at first to keep everyone in the game longer. Watching for subtle rule-breaking, like someone accidentally pointing, can lead to unexpected penalties!

Variations

Double Captain Mode. Reverse Dickhead. Dickhead Dictatorship

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the Captain breaks their own rule?: It depends on your group, but the default is the Captain drinks double for breaking their own rule. Alternatively, some groups make the Captain immediately lose their position for such a slip-up.
Can you combine rules in Captain Dickhead?: Yes, rules can stack. For example, if one rule is 'no names' and another is 'speak in rhyme,' you'd have to avoid saying names while also rhyming your sentences.
How do you pick a new Captain Dickhead?: Typically, the person who calls out a rule violation and catches someone drinking becomes the next Captain. Alternatively, rotate clockwise from the current Captain to keep things simple.
What happens if someone refuses to follow a rule?: Refusing to follow a rule usually counts as an automatic penalty drink. In some games, refusal results in an extra penalty, like finishing your entire drink.

Players: 4-15 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: easy

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