The “Minesweeper” drinking game is a clever adaptation of the classic computer game, transformed into an engaging and interactive group activity.
This fun drinking game involves luck, making it a hit at parties and social gatherings. Here’s how to set up and play Minesweeper.
Equipment Needed
- Shot Glasses: 16 shot glasses.
- Water and Alcohol: Fill 12 of the shot glasses with water and 4 with vodka or another clear spirit to serve as “mines.” (Make a larger grid for more players and adjust the ratios of shots/water as needed).
Number of Players
- Four or More: The game can be played with as many players as you like, making it versatile for different group sizes.
Objective
To avoid “mines” by selecting and drinking from shot glasses filled with water. If you pick a glass filled with alcohol (mine), you lose the round.
Game Setup
- Prepare the Glasses: Arrange the shot glasses in a 4×4 grid pattern on a table, similar to the Minesweeper game grid. The size of the grid can vary based on the number of glasses and players.
- Fill the Glasses: Secretly fill most of the shot glasses with water and a select few with vodka or another clear spirit. The filled glasses with alcohol represent the mines. The ratio can be adjusted for difficulty, but typically, one-quarter of the glasses contain alcohol.
- Random Arrangement: Mix up the glasses so no one knows the locations of the mines.
Minesweeper Drinking Game Rules
- Taking Turns: Players take turns choosing a shot glass from the grid to drink from. They must commit to their choice before smelling or tasting the contents.
- Hitting a Mine: If a player selects a shot glass filled with alcohol, they “hit a mine” and may face a predetermined consequence, such as taking an additional shot, performing a dare, or being out of the game for a round (Or perhaps the shot is punishment enough).
- Avoiding Mines: The goal is to select glasses filled with water. Players can try to strategize based on others’ choices, but with the random setup, luck plays a significant role.
- Winning: The game can continue until all mines are found or for a set number of rounds. Optionally, the player with the fewest mines hit by the end of the game can be declared the winner.
Safety
- Drink Responsibly: Always keep track of alcohol consumption and encourage responsible drinking.
- Stay Hydrated: Provide water and encourage players to stay hydrated throughout the game.
- Know Your Limits: Ensure all players are comfortable with the game’s rules and their own limits. Never pressure anyone to drink more than they’re comfortable with.
Minesweeper Drinking Game Rules
The Minesweeper drinking game without any props is a fun and engaging way to bring the thrill of the classic video game to your next social event. It requires minimal setup but provides maximum entertainment.
As with all drinking games, the key to a successful game night is ensuring that everyone plays safely and responsibly, creating an enjoyable experience for all participants.
Check out some other fun drinking games like Battle Sips, Civil War Pong, Up And Down Luck, Cupthroat, Pai Gow Poker, Kastenlauf, Indian Poker, Lose, Card of Lies, Knock-Out Poker and Hungry Hungry Hippos.
