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Staring Contest

Stare until someone blinks: blink and you drink – blink twice and lose a piece of clothing.

  • From 2 players
  • No equipment

How do you play Staring Contest?

Sit close, facing each other, and look into each other’s eyes.

Whoever blinks drinks. Whoever blinks twice in a row takes off a piece of clothing.

Variations

  • With distractions: the others may try to make the two blink or laugh – without touching them.
  • Tournament: in bigger groups everyone plays everyone; whoever wins the most duels picks the next game.
  • No clothing stake: whoever blinks twice reveals a truth instead.

Tips

Sit comfortably and close enough that nobody has to look away. And remember: stakes only count as long as both of you are up for it.

Agree on drinks and amounts before you start. The game works just as well without alcohol.

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Staring Contest: FAQ

How many players do you need for Staring Contest?

Staring Contest is played with 2 players.

What do you need for Staring Contest?

Staring Contest needs no equipment – just drinks of your choice.

How hard are the rules of Staring Contest?

Rule difficulty: Easy. The instructions above are all you need to start.

Can you play Staring Contest without alcohol?

Yes. Staring Contest works just as well with water, soft drinks or alcohol-free beer. Agree on drinks and amounts before you start.

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