Mexico - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play
Mexico is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 2-8 players that takes about 15-25 min with a medium difficulty level.
Beat the previous roll or lose a life
Equipment Needed
Setup
Sit in a circle. Determine first roller.
How to Play Mexico
- Everyone starts with 3 lives
- First player rolls and sets the target
- Next player must beat that roll
- Roll = combine dice as two-digit number (3-1 = 31)
- Mexico (2-1) is highest = instant win
- Failed beat = lose a life
- Lose all lives = finish your drink
- Winner of round gives out drinks = lives remaining
Tips & Strategies
High rolls early pressure everyone. 21 (Mexico) is unbeatable - celebrate!
Variations
Blind Mexico: Keep your roll secret until challenged. Speed Mexico: 5 seconds per roll.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is 6-4 higher or lower than 5-5?
- 64 vs 55, so 6-4 is higher.
- What if I tie the previous roll?
- A tie counts as a loss in most versions.
Players: 2-8 | Duration: 15-25 min | Difficulty: medium
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