What happens if you roll Snake Eyes?

If you roll Snake Eyes (1-1), you take a penalty and drink immediately. The amount of the penalty depends on your group's rules,typically it's a sip or a gulp.

Can you assign drinks for non-Snake Eyes doubles?

Yes, doubles like 2-2 or 5-5 let you assign a drink to any other player. You get to be strategic about who you pick.

Is there a penalty for rolling no doubles at all?

No, rolling no doubles means your turn is over with no penalties or rewards. The dice move to the next player.

What’s the final penalty for the loser?

The loser, determined by group consensus or tally, usually finishes their entire drink as the ultimate penalty before the game ends.

Snake Eyes Drinking - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Snake Eyes Drinking is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 2-10 players that takes about 15-30 min with a easy difficulty level.

Roll 1-1 for penalty

Equipment Needed

Dice
Drinks

Setup

Grab a pair of dice and seat everyone in a circle, or around a table for easy rolling. Designate one person as the scorekeeper, who will track penalties and successes. All players should have their drinks ready within reach, because the game moves quickly and penalties are immediate.

How to Play Snake Eyes 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

Roll with confidence but keep an eye on your dice. Snake Eyes (1-1) means you're drinking, so avoid panicking if the first die lands on one,it's not over until the second roll. If you roll doubles that aren't Snake Eyes, take the chance to assign drinks strategically; targeting friends who are already tipsy can level the playing field. Keep penalties visible with a tally so no one forgets their owed sips,it's easy to lose track in the chaos.

Variations

Double Trouble. Snake Eyes Slam. Reverse Snake Eyes

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if you roll Snake Eyes?: If you roll Snake Eyes (1-1), you take a penalty and drink immediately. The amount of the penalty depends on your group's rules,typically it's a sip or a gulp.
Can you assign drinks for non-Snake Eyes doubles?: Yes, doubles like 2-2 or 5-5 let you assign a drink to any other player. You get to be strategic about who you pick.
Is there a penalty for rolling no doubles at all?: No, rolling no doubles means your turn is over with no penalties or rewards. The dice move to the next player.
What’s the final penalty for the loser?: The loser, determined by group consensus or tally, usually finishes their entire drink as the ultimate penalty before the game ends.

Players: 2-10 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: easy

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