The Name Game - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play

Chain celebrity names by letter

Equipment Needed

• Drinks only

Setup

Circle. Pick starting player.

How to Play The Name Game

1. First player names a celebrity
2. Next names celebrity starting with first letter of previous last name
3. Brad Pitt -> Paula Abdul
4. Same first and last letter reverses
5. Michael Moore reverses direction
6. Hesitate 5+ seconds = drink
7. Can't repeat names
8. Stuck? Drink and start fresh

Tips & Strategies

Memorize some double-letter names for reversals.

Variations

Musicians Only: Only music artists. Actors Only: Only movie/TV actors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do fictional characters count?

Usually no. Real people only.

What about one-name celebrities?

Use the first letter for the next person. Cher -> C names.

Players: 3-10 | Duration: 15-25 min | Difficulty: medium