What happens if the beer can is opened before capture?

The can must be opened to count as captured, so you need to bring it back to your territory and open it there for it to officially count.

Can teammates free jailed players?

Yes, teammates can enter the jail area and tag captured players to free them, but they risk getting caught in the process.

What if someone hides the beer can in an impossible spot?

Both teams should agree on reasonable hiding rules before the game starts, like 'no burying' or 'must remain visible from one angle' to keep the game fair.

How do you decide who starts the game?

Teams can flip a coin, rock-paper-scissors, or do a quick race to determine which side gets to begin hunting first.

Capture the Can - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Capture the Can is a drinking game in the Outdoor Games category for 8-24 players that takes about 30-45 min with a medium difficulty level.

Capture the flag with beer cans

Equipment Needed

Beer cans
Open space
Drinks

Setup

Divide players into two teams and assign each a distinct territory in an open space, like a backyard or park. Each team hides their beer can 'flag' within their territory, ensuring it's obscured but reachable. Define clear boundaries for each team's zone and mark off a jail area for captured players.

How to Play Capture the Can

Two teams, two territories
Hide a beer can (flag)
Capture opponent's can
Get tagged = drink and jail
Can must be opened to count
First to capture 3 wins
Jail can be freed
Epic team battle

Tips & Strategies

Place your team's beer can in a spot that's tricky to reach but not impossible,under a bush or behind a tree works well. Always keep an eye on your jail; freeing your teammates can turn the tide, especially in a close match. If you're tagged while carrying the enemy's can, open it immediately to prevent them from re-hiding it before you're jailed. Communication between teammates is crucial; use code words or signals to coordinate distractions and jailbreaks.

Variations

Double Flag Chaos: Each team hides two beer cans instead of one, and both must be captured to win the round.. Spy Mode: Each team designates one player as a spy who can cross enemy territory without being tagged for the first two minutes of the game.. Sudden Death Standoff: If no team captures all three flags after 30 minutes, all players must rush into enemy territory simultaneously to finish the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the beer can is opened before capture?: The can must be opened to count as captured, so you need to bring it back to your territory and open it there for it to officially count.
Can teammates free jailed players?: Yes, teammates can enter the jail area and tag captured players to free them, but they risk getting caught in the process.
What if someone hides the beer can in an impossible spot?: Both teams should agree on reasonable hiding rules before the game starts, like 'no burying' or 'must remain visible from one angle' to keep the game fair.
How do you decide who starts the game?: Teams can flip a coin, rock-paper-scissors, or do a quick race to determine which side gets to begin hunting first.

Players: 8-24 | Duration: 30-45 min | Difficulty: medium

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