Psychiatrist - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play
Psychiatrist is a drinking game in the No Equipment category for 5-15 players that takes about 20-30 min with a medium difficulty level.
Guess the secret rule the group follows
Equipment Needed
Setup
Circle. Send psychiatrist away.
How to Play Psychiatrist
- One person leaves as psychiatrist
- Group picks a secret rule
- Rule: Answer as person to your left, answer opposite, etc.
- Psychiatrist returns and asks questions
- Wrong guess = psychiatrist drinks
- Breaking the rule = drink
- Correctly guesses = everyone else drinks
- Rotate psychiatrist each round
Tips & Strategies
Good rules are consistent and observable. Not too obvious, not impossible.
Variations
Hard Mode: Complex multi-part rules. Hints: Give one hint after 5 wrong guesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are good rule examples?
- Answer for person to your right, end sentences with a color, switch gender responses.
- How many guesses allowed?
- Usually 5-10 before giving up.
Players: 5-15 | Duration: 20-30 min | Difficulty: medium
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