“Nemesis” is an intense and competitive drinking game that combines elements from Beer Pong and Civil War, creating a unique 3v3 team experience.
With a focus on strategy, teamwork, and rapid gameplay, it’s perfect for groups looking for an energetic and engaging challenge.
Here’s a guide to setting up and playing Nemesis pong style drinking game.
Equipment Needed
- 46 Plastic Cups: Including 42 for the game (21 for each team) and 4 for water.
- 3 Ping Pong Balls: One for each pair of opposing players (nemeses).
- ~10 Beers: Enough to fill the cups for both teams.
Number of Players
- 6 players: Split into two teams of 3.
Objective
To eliminate all the cups in the opposing team’s lifeline before they eliminate yours, with each pair of nemeses focusing on their shared ball and targets.
Game Setup
- Team Formation: Two teams of 3 players each face off across a table.
- Cup Arrangement: Arrange 21 cups for each team in a 6-5-4-3-2-1 triangle, pointing towards the opposing team. Fill these cups with beer.
- Water Cups: Place 2 water cups per team on the table for ball cleaning.
Nemisis Drinking Game Rules
- Nemesis Pairs: Each player is directly matched with a player from the opposing team, sharing a single ball between them. This creates three 1v1 matchups within the overall game.
- Gameplay:
- The game is played with a focus on the individual battles between nemeses. Each pair uses one ball to aim at the opposing team’s cups.
- Unlike traditional beer pong, there is no strict turn order. Players can shoot as soon as they drink any beer from cups made by their nemesis and retrieve their ball.
- Drinking Rules:
- Players must drink the contents of any cup made by their nemesis before continuing to shoot.
- The “drink-before-you-shoot” rule applies, ensuring players consume their drinks promptly.
- Re-Racking:
- Teams are allowed to re-rack their cups into perfect triangles when they have 10, 6, or 3 cups remaining. This helps maintain the game’s pace and fairness.
- Opponents can call “Re-Rack!” on a shot mid-air if the shooting team has not adjusted their cups at 10, 6, or 3 cups. They can then catch the ball without penalty.
- Winning:
- The game ends when one team has successfully eliminated all the cups on the opposing team’s side.
- The winning team starts the next game with the advantage of all 3 shots.
Safety For Players
- Responsible Drinking: Monitor alcohol consumption and ensure it remains within safe limits for all participants.
- Hydration: Encourage water intake throughout the game to stay hydrated.
- Non-Alcoholic Options: Consider using non-alcoholic beverages for those who prefer not to drink alcohol or want to play more responsibly.
Nemisis Pong Style Drinking Game
The “Nemesis” drinking game is a thrilling addition to any social gathering, offering a blend of competition, strategy, and teamwork.
It’s a step up in complexity and intensity from traditional beer pong, making it a hit for players seeking a more engaging and dynamic experience.
As always, the key to a successful game night is playing safely, respecting all participants, and ensuring everyone has a good time.
Check out some other fun drinking games like Battle Sips, Civil War Pong, Up And Down Luck, 52 Black-Out, Pai Gow Poker, Eight-34, Indian Poker, Lose, Card of Lies, Knock-Out Poker and Hungry Hungry Hippos.
