Liar Dice - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Liar Dice is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 3-6 players that takes about 20-30 min with a medium difficulty level.

Bluffing dice game with drinks for liars

Equipment Needed

• 5 dice per player
• Cups
• Drinks

Setup

5 dice and cup per player. Drinks ready.

How to Play Liar Dice

1. Everyone rolls dice under cup
2. Look secretly at your dice
3. Bid: 'There are at least X number of Ys'
4. Example: 'Three 4s'
5. Next player raises bid or calls 'Liar!'
6. Liar called = everyone reveals
7. Wrong call = you drink and lose a die
8. Correct call = liar drinks and loses die

Tips & Strategies

Know the odds. With 20 total dice, about 3 of any number expected.

Variations

Wild 1s: 1s count as any number. Elimination: Lose all dice = out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Must I raise or can I call immediately?

You can call anytime. No minimum raises.

What if it's exactly the bid?

Bidder wins. Caller drinks.

Players: 3-6 | Duration: 20-30 min | Difficulty: medium

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