What happens if a dart misses the board entirely?

If a dart misses the board, the thrower automatically drinks one penalty sip, regardless of any other rules.

Can players assign drinks to themselves?

Yes, but it's usually done strategically if they want to avoid drinking later penalties created by other players.

What’s the final penalty for the losing player?

The final penalty is typically a full drink or a predetermined number of sips, but this should be set by the group before the game begins.

Do you need a specific type of dartboard for this game?

No, any standard dartboard will work as long as it's securely mounted and you have darts that appropriately match the type of board.

Darts Drinking - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Darts Drinking is a drinking game in the Two Player category for 2-4 players that takes about 15-30 min with a medium difficulty level.

Dart scores for drinks

Equipment Needed

Game equipment
Drinks

Setup

Hang a standard dartboard securely on a wall with enough space around it to avoid stray darts hitting people or valuable items. Mark a throwing line about 8 feet from the board using tape or another visible marker. Ensure each player has a drink of their choice ready before starting, and decide on any house rules for penalties and assigned drinks.

How to Play Darts Drinking

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

Try to aim for specific sections of the dartboard that correlate with higher scores to better control who you assign drinks to. If you're playing with less experienced players, consider soft-tipped darts to avoid unnecessary injuries or wall damage. Keep a clear rotation order so no one tries to skip their penalty. Make sure to discuss how to handle triple 20s or bullseyes ahead of time to prevent debates mid-game.

Variations

Bullseye Blowout: Hitting the bullseye allows the thrower to assign two extra drinks, on top of their standard score-assigned drink rule.. Reverse Penalty: Instead of drinking for low scores, players with the highest scores each round must drink a penalty to level the playing field.. Double Trouble: Any dart landing in a double-score zone lets the thrower split their assigned drink between two other players.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a dart misses the board entirely?: If a dart misses the board, the thrower automatically drinks one penalty sip, regardless of any other rules.
Can players assign drinks to themselves?: Yes, but it's usually done strategically if they want to avoid drinking later penalties created by other players.
What’s the final penalty for the losing player?: The final penalty is typically a full drink or a predetermined number of sips, but this should be set by the group before the game begins.
Do you need a specific type of dartboard for this game?: No, any standard dartboard will work as long as it's securely mounted and you have darts that appropriately match the type of board.

Players: 2-4 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: medium

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