What happens if multiple people laugh at the same time?

All laughing players must take a penalty drink. If you're assigning drinks, split them evenly or give multiple players the same number to keep it fair.

How do you determine the winner?

The winner is the last person who hasn't laughed after all other players have been eliminated. They earn bragging rights and can optionally assign a final drink.

What’s the penalty for the loser?

The loser typically takes a final drink after the game ends, but specific penalties can be agreed upon before starting,like finishing their drink or doing a group-voted dare.

Can the rules be changed mid-game?

Yes, players can adjust rules mid-game if everyone agrees, such as adding silent rounds or combining penalty drinks with dares for extra fun.

Straight Face - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Straight Face is a drinking game in the No Equipment category for 3-12 players that takes about 15-30 min with a easy difficulty level.

Try not to laugh or smile

Equipment Needed

Drinks only

Setup

Have everyone sit or stand in a circle with their drink in hand. Decide whether turns will proceed clockwise or be simultaneous. Establish the starting player or decide on a simple cue for everyone to begin at once, such as saying 'Straight Face!' or clinking glasses together.

How to Play Straight Face

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

Make exaggerated facial expressions or tell outrageous jokes to throw people off, but avoid laughing at your own antics,it's an instant penalty. If you're playing with simultaneous turns, try timing your distractions to overlap with others for maximum chaos. Watch the quiet players carefully; they often land surprise victories by staying stone-faced while the group focuses elsewhere.

Variations

Silent Mode: Players are not allowed to speak or make any noise while trying to make others laugh, relying solely on gestures and expressions.. Group Attack: One player becomes the target, and everyone else works together to make them smile or laugh.. Penalty Round: Players who smile during the game must perform a short dare or challenge before taking their penalty drink.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if multiple people laugh at the same time?: All laughing players must take a penalty drink. If you're assigning drinks, split them evenly or give multiple players the same number to keep it fair.
How do you determine the winner?: The winner is the last person who hasn't laughed after all other players have been eliminated. They earn bragging rights and can optionally assign a final drink.
What’s the penalty for the loser?: The loser typically takes a final drink after the game ends, but specific penalties can be agreed upon before starting,like finishing their drink or doing a group-voted dare.
Can the rules be changed mid-game?: Yes, players can adjust rules mid-game if everyone agrees, such as adding silent rounds or combining penalty drinks with dares for extra fun.

Players: 3-12 | Duration: 15-30 min | Difficulty: easy

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