Sixes - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Sixes is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 3-10 players that takes about 15-30 min with a easy difficulty level.

Roll sixes to fill a glass - third six means you drink it

Equipment Needed

• One die
• Central cup
• Drinks

Setup

Empty cup in center. Everyone has their drinks ready. Decide who rolls first.

How to Play Sixes

1. Place empty cup in center
2. Take turns rolling the die
3. Roll a 6 = pour some of your drink in the cup
4. Roll another 6 = stop pouring, next player's turn
5. Third 6 = you drink the entire center cup
6. Any other number = just pass the die
7. Cup gets refilled each round
8. Three drinks of center cup = elimination

Tips & Strategies

Pour strategically - too much and it hurts if you drink it, too little and it's wasted.

Variations

Double Sixes: Use two dice. Punishment Sixes: Add extra after drinking center.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pour before or after confirming the 6?

After confirming. Make sure it's a 6 first.

What counts as some?

House rules, but typically a 2-3 second pour.

Players: 3-10 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: easy

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