How To Play The “Top Gun” Drinking Game (1986)

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The “Top Gun” (1986) Drinking Game transforms your movie experience into an action-packed and thrilling adventure, matching the high-octane energy of this iconic film.

Gather your fellow aviators, prepare your favorite drinks, and get ready to feel the need for speed with Maverick, Goose, Iceman, and the rest of the Top Gun pilots.

Let’s take a look at how to play the Top Gun drinking game.


Equipment Needed:

  • “Top Gun” (1986) movie
  • A generous supply of your preferred beverage

Number of Players:

  • Open to all, perfect for a group of friends or a movie night party

Objective:

To enhance the viewing of “Top Gun” with a fun drinking game, celebrating every high five, takeoff, and iconic moment with a sip or gulp of your drink.


Game Setup:

  • Everyone should have their drink ready before the movie starts.
  • Play “Top Gun” and immerse yourself in the adrenaline-pumping world of naval aviation.

Top Gun Movie Drinking Game Rules:

Drink Whenever:

  • You see a high five.
  • A plane takes off.
  • Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone” plays.
  • The names “Iceman,” “Maverick,” or “Goose” are mentioned.
  • Maverick is shirtless.

Take A Shot When:

  • Goose and the gang belt out “Great Balls of Fire”.
  • Maverick flies upside down and gives the finger.

Finish Your Beer When:

  • The tragic scene where Goose hits the plane’s windshield unfolds.
  • Maverick does a “fly by” on the tower

Safety For Players

  • Choose a pace and drink that allows you to enjoy the entire game and movie.
  • Hydrate with water between drinks to keep the spirits high and hangovers low.
  • Ensure everyone is comfortable with the game’s rules and their own limits.

The Top Gun Drinking Game

The “Top Gun” Drinking Game is the ultimate way to engage with this classic film, bringing friends together for a night of nostalgia, excitement, and camaraderie.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or discovering the magic of “Top Gun” for the first time, this game adds a playful twist to your movie-watching experience.

Drink responsibly, fly high, and may the best pilot win the night with the biggest need for speed!

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