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Bautzball
An imaginary ball, three calls, zero equipment: Bautzball is the fastest reaction drinking game for big groups.
- No equipment
How do you play Bautzball?
Stand in a circle and throw an imaginary ball to each other. Fixed calls show where the ball goes:
- “Whoom!” – the ball goes to your neighbour.
- “Bautz!” – the ball skips one player.
- “Boom!” – the direction reverses.
Whoever reacts wrongly, too late or not at all drinks. Add your own calls and extra rules to make it harder every round.
Agree on drinks and amounts before you start. The game works just as well without alcohol.
Bautzball: FAQ
How many players do you need for Bautzball?
Bautzball is played with 4–15 players.
What do you need for Bautzball?
Bautzball needs no equipment – just drinks of your choice.
How hard are the rules of Bautzball?
Rule difficulty: Easy. The instructions above are all you need to start.
Can you play Bautzball without alcohol?
Yes. Bautzball works just as well with water, soft drinks or alcohol-free beer. Agree on drinks and amounts before you start.