17 Fun Drinking Games for Just 2 Players: Your Ultimate Guide

Introduction

Looking for ways to spice up a quiet evening with a partner or friend? Drinking games can add an element of fun and laughter, turning an ordinary night into something memorable. This article explores 17 engaging drinking games designed specifically for just two players.

1. Flip Cup

Flip Cup is a classic party game that can easily be adapted for two players. Each player fills a cup with their drink of choice. The objective is to drink and then flip the cup upside down by flicking the rim with your fingers.

How to Play:

  1. Fill your cups with a drink.
  2. Both players drink simultaneously.
  3. After drinking, attempt to flip your cup. The first to successfully flip wins!

2. Kings Cup

A variation of the classic Kings Cup game can be created for two players. It involves drawing cards from a deck and performing actions based on the card drawn.

How to Play:

  1. Place a cup in the center and spread a deck of cards around it.
  2. Take turns drawing cards. Each card has a specific rule (e.g., 2 - you, 3 - me, etc.).
  3. Follow the rules for each card until the deck is exhausted.

3. Drunk Jenga

Jenga gets a fun twist when you add drinking rules to it. Each block has a rule written on it that players must follow when they pull it out.

How to Play:

  1. Write different drinking rules on each Jenga block (e.g., take a shot, drink for 10 seconds).
  2. Players take turns pulling blocks and must follow the instructions on the block.
  3. The game continues until the tower falls.

4. Power Hour

Power Hour involves taking a shot of beer every minute for an hour. It's simple but can get intense!

How to Play:

  1. Prepare a playlist of one-minute songs.
  2. Each minute, take a shot of beer when the song changes.
  3. See how long you can last!

5. Movie Drinking Game

Choose your favorite movie and create drinking rules based on what happens in the film. It's a great way to combine entertainment and drinking.

How to Play:

  1. Pick a movie and create a list of triggers (e.g., every time a character says a specific word).
  2. Take a drink each time your trigger occurs.
  3. Enjoy the movie and the fun that comes with it!

6. Truth or Drink

This game combines the classic truth or dare with drinking. Instead of answering truthfully, players can choose to take a drink instead.

How to Play:

  1. Take turns asking each other questions.
  2. Answer truthfully or take a drink if you want to avoid the question.
  3. Keep going until you run out of questions or drinks!

7. Quarters

Quarters is a simple but challenging game where players bounce a quarter off the table in an attempt to land it in a cup.

How to Play:

  1. Place a cup at the center of the table.
  2. Take turns trying to bounce the quarter into the cup.
  3. If you make it, the other player drinks!

8. Drinking Dice

This game involves rolling dice and following the rules corresponding to the number rolled. It's easy to set up and can be very entertaining.

How to Play:

  1. Roll a die. Each number corresponds to a drinking rule (e.g., 1 = take a sip, 6 = give out a drink).
  2. Continue rolling and following the rules for each number.
  3. The game continues until you decide to stop!

9. Never Have I Ever

This game is great for revealing secrets and having fun. Players take turns stating something they have never done, and if the other player has done it, they take a drink.

How to Play:

  1. Take turns saying "Never have I ever..." followed by something you haven't done.
  2. If the other player has done it, they must take a drink.
  3. Continue until you've run out of ideas!

10. Card Games

Card games can be easily adapted for two players with drinking rules. Games like Crazy Eights or Poker can include drinks for certain actions.

How to Play:

  1. Choose a card game both players enjoy.
  2. Set specific rules for drinking (e.g., drink when you lose a round).
  3. Play and enjoy the game while sipping your drinks!

11. Would You Rather

This game involves choosing between two options, often leading to funny and interesting discussions. If a player refuses to answer, they must take a drink.

How to Play:

  1. Take turns asking "Would you rather" questions.
  2. If someone refuses to answer, they take a drink.
  3. Keep the game going until you're out of questions!

12. Shot Glass Roulette

Set up a roulette-style game with shot glasses filled with different drinks. Players spin and drink based on where the ball lands.

How to Play:

  1. Fill shot glasses with various drinks and arrange them in a circle.
  2. Spin a wheel or roll a die to determine which shot to take.
  3. Drink and enjoy the surprise!

13. Drink and Draw

Unleash your creativity! Players take turns drawing something while the other guesses what it is. If they can't guess, they drink.

How to Play:

  1. Grab some paper and drawing supplies.
  2. One player draws while the other guesses.
  3. If the guesser fails to guess correctly, they take a drink!

14. Spin the Shot

Spin the Shot combines the classic Spin the Bottle with drinking. Players take turns spinning a shot glass, and whoever it points to must drink.

How to Play:

  1. Place a shot glass in the center.
  2. Take turns spinning the shot glass.
  3. Whoever the shot glass points at must take a drink!

15. Pictionary with Drinks

This game combines drawing and guessing while incorporating drinking rules. If a player fails to guess correctly, they drink.

How to Play:

  1. Choose a list of words to draw.
  2. One player draws while the other guesses.
  3. If the guesser fails, they drink!

16. Drinking Trivia

Test your knowledge! Prepare trivia questions, and if someone gets it wrong, they take a drink.

How to Play:

  1. Create a list of trivia questions.
  2. Take turns asking questions.
  3. If someone answers incorrectly, they drink!

17. Roadtrip Drinking Game

Even if you’re not on an actual road trip, you can play this game by using a playlist of songs that remind you of travel. Drink when certain themes or words come up.

How to Play:

  1. Create a playlist of travel-themed songs.
  2. Set drinking rules for different themes (e.g., drink when you hear "road").
  3. Enjoy the music and the drinks!

FAQs

1. What are some good drinking games for two players?

Some popular drinking games for two players include Flip Cup, Drunk Jenga, and Never Have I Ever.

2. Can you play drinking games with just two people?

Absolutely! Many drinking games can easily be adapted for two players.

3. Are drinking games safe?

As long as you drink responsibly and know your limits, drinking games can be a fun way to socialize.

4. What drinks are best for drinking games?

Beer, cocktails, or any drink of your choice can be used. It’s best to choose something you enjoy!

5. How do you make drinking games more fun?

Adding personal twists, creating your own rules, or incorporating fun props can enhance the experience.

6. What should I avoid when playing drinking games?

Avoid peer pressure, know your limits, and ensure everyone is comfortable with the rules.

7. Can drinking games be played with non-alcoholic drinks?

Yes! You can play with any beverage, making it inclusive for everyone.

8. What's a good way to start a drinking game with two people?

Choose a simple game like Flip Cup or Quarters to kick things off and get comfortable.

9. How do you keep score in drinking games?

Score can vary by game but typically involves keeping track of wins, losses, or points based on actions taken.

10. Are there themed drinking games?

Yes! You can create themed games based on movies, music, or events to make the experience more engaging.

For more information about responsible drinking and game ideas, check out this study by the National Institutes of Health.

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