What happens if no one has an ace during an ace check?

If no one can show an ace during an ace check, all players drink 2. It's a group penalty for bad luck or bad strategy.

Can I pass an ace to another player?

Yes, you can pass an ace to another player, but doing so might be risky. Sometimes it's better to hold onto it unless you have a strategic reason to bait someone.

What happens if two players collect two aces each by the end of the game?

In the case of a tie for most aces at the end, the tied players each assign 5 drinks to other players of their choice to share the reward.

Can I call an ace check on myself?

Yes, you can call an ace check on yourself, but you'll still need to show an ace or drink 2. It's a bold move that can put pressure on everyone else at the table.

Aces High - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Aces High is a drinking game in the Card Games category for 3-10 players that takes about 15-25 min with a medium difficulty level.

Collect aces to stay safe from drinks

Equipment Needed

Standard deck of cards
Drinks

Setup

Shuffle a standard deck of cards thoroughly and deal 4 cards to each player face-down. Place the remaining deck in the center of the table for everyone to draw from during the game. Make sure everyone has their drink of choice within reach because things might escalate quickly, especially during ace checks.

How to Play Aces High

Deal 4 cards to each player
Pass one card left each round
Goal: collect aces
Random ace check: show an ace or drink
No ace = drink 2
Four aces = assign 10 drinks
Rounds continue
Most aces at end wins

Tips & Strategies

Pay attention to the cards being passed to your left; if someone keeps sending cards of the same suit, they might be stacking aces. Keep your poker face strong when you have an ace,players might hesitate to call a random ace check if they suspect you're holding one. If you manage to collect three aces, don't draw attention to it; quietly work on getting the fourth so you can drop the devastating 10-drink assignment without warning. Be strategic with passing cards,sometimes it's better to throw off another player's hand than to immediately chase your own ace collection.

Variations

Sudden Death Aces. Double Trouble. Blind Pass

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if no one has an ace during an ace check?: If no one can show an ace during an ace check, all players drink 2. It's a group penalty for bad luck or bad strategy.
Can I pass an ace to another player?: Yes, you can pass an ace to another player, but doing so might be risky. Sometimes it's better to hold onto it unless you have a strategic reason to bait someone.
What happens if two players collect two aces each by the end of the game?: In the case of a tie for most aces at the end, the tied players each assign 5 drinks to other players of their choice to share the reward.
Can I call an ace check on myself?: Yes, you can call an ace check on yourself, but you'll still need to show an ace or drink 2. It's a bold move that can put pressure on everyone else at the table.

Players: 3-10 | Duration: 15-25 min | Difficulty: medium

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