Anchorman - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Anchorman is a drinking game in the Two Player category for 2 players that takes about 20-30 min with a hard difficulty level.

Take turns as the anchor who finishes all remaining drinks

Equipment Needed

• Multiple drinks each
• Timer

Setup

8 drinks lined up (4 each). Timer ready.

How to Play Anchorman

1. Line up 4 drinks per person
2. First person is anchor round 1
3. Non-anchor has 1 minute to drink as much as possible
4. Anchor must finish remaining drinks from both sides
5. Switch roles each round
6. 4 rounds total (2 anchors each)
7. Most drinks consumed as non-anchor wins
8. Loser chugs a penalty drink

Tips & Strategies

Drink fast as non-anchor to leave anchor struggling. Pace yourself as anchor.

Variations

Speed Anchor: 30 second rounds. Mystery Drinks: Unknown drink contents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if anchor can't finish?

They lose the round automatically.

Can we use different drink sizes?

Keep them equal for fairness.

Players: 2-2 | Duration: 20-30 min | Difficulty: hard

Related Drinking Games

• Puzzle Race — Complete puzzle first
• Speed Quarters — Race to bounce quarters into glasses
• Coin Stack — Stack coins or drink
• Racing Game Drinking — Lap times mean drinks
• Spoons for Two — Card matching race with one spoon at stake
• Card Flip Showdown — Betting on card flips
• Arm Wrestling Drinking — Arm wrestling where loser takes shots
• Darts Drinking — Dart scores for drinks

From Our Blog

• Weekend Party Ideas for Non-Stop Fun — Hey there! So, you're thinking of throwing a party this weekend? Awesome choice. Weekends are prime time for gathering your friends, letting loose, and just having a blast. From old-school classics to...
• House Party Tips to Elevate Your Next Bash — Throwing a house party is both an art and a science. It's about creating the right vibe, having the right activities, and making sure your guests feel like they've stepped into an unforgettable experi...
• Game Spotlight: Unpacking Crowd Favorites for Your Next Party — If there's one thing that keeps a party buzzing, it's the right mix of drinking games. I've been hosting game nights for years, and nothing gets the crowd engaged quite like a well-chosen game. Whethe...

Browse more Two Player drinking games or see all drinking games.