Three Man - Drinking Game Rules & How to Play
Three Man is a drinking game in the Dice Games category for 3-10 players that takes about 20-40 min with a medium difficulty level.
Roll dice with special rules - avoid being the Three Man
Equipment Needed
- Two dice
- Drinks for everyone
Setup
Sit in a circle. Determine first Three Man by rolling.
How to Play Three Man
- Roll to determine first Three Man (first to roll a 3)
- Three Man drinks whenever any 3 is rolled
- Roll doubles = give that many drinks
- Roll 7 = person to your left drinks
- Roll 11 = person to your right drinks
- Roll 9 = social, everyone drinks
- Roll 3 total = Three Man drinks
- New Three Man when current one rolls exact 3-3
Tips & Strategies
If you're Three Man, roll quickly to try to pass it on. Watch for 3s constantly.
Variations
Double Three: Two Three Men at once. Extreme Three: Three Man drinks double.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What if the Three Man rolls a 3?
- They drink AND continue as Three Man.
- Can rules stack?
- Yes, if you roll 3-4 (total 7), left person drinks AND Three Man drinks for the 3.
Players: 3-10 | Duration: 20-40 min | Difficulty: medium
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