The classic cards drinking game. Also known as King's Cup, Jug Oval, Heroes, Circle of Death and Ring of Fire. Free and online - this drinking game will guarantee a good time at any party. The Kings Cup drinking game is a card game for any number of players (although we suggest at least 3). In this game players flip cards and perform actions. As players draw the four kings they pour their drinks into a cup, and the final player to draw one must chug it.
What is the game Kings?
This is a drinking game called Kings that has several names such as king’s cup, jug oval, Heroes, donut, ring of fire or of fire. There is a Japanese version of the game as well. This game requires that you use playing cards. Each player must dispense drinks based on the cards that they draw and drink as well. Before the game starts, every card has a predetermined rule. Usually groups establish what the house rules will be with their own variation of game rules.
Equipment:
- You will need two or more players
- A single deck of cards
- One large cup that will be used as the Kings Cup
- You will need alcoholic beverages – usually beer, liquor, wine, or mixed drinks. You can also use non alcoholic drinks as well.
- Playing time – twenty to forty minutes
- Card rank (highest first) – Ace (A) – two (2)
- Play – Clockwise or counterclockwise
- Cards – Fifty two
- Age range – This varies by legal jurisdiction
What is the setup and common rules?
In this drinking game, players must perform the actions associated with each card drawn. In most cases, the rules on the cards may reveal some interesting things about the players. typically, the cards will be shuffled then they will be dealt in a circle around either a full can of beer or an empty cup. Sometimes a shot glass will be used or a cup of wine or spirits. Every player will take turns drawing a card, and the participants must follow the corresponding instruction to the card drawn. This drinking game will be highly open ended, also all of the cards may signify any mini-game.
The card assignments and the rules are usually confirmed before the start of the game. Determining when the game ends depends on the house rules. The game will end either when the king’s cup has been consumed, or when the final rule card has been drawn; or when the cards that are placed on the top of the king’s cup has fallen off and the player that knocked them off must drink the king’s cup. It is not uncommon for players to just make up their own house rules every time the game is played.
What are the common King’s Card assignments?
Ace – Waterfall – Every player must begin drinking at the same time starting from the person to their left. Players may not stop drinking until the player before them stops drinking.
2 – Two for you – You have to point at two players and tell them to drink up. You may also tell one player to take two drinks instead.
3 – Three for me – “3 for me” You have to take a drink aww yeah!
4 – Give two Take two – You must give out two drinks and also take two drinks yourself.
5 – Fives Guys – All the dudes have to drink.
6 – Six’s Chicks – All the chicks have to drink.
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7 – Sevens Heaven – Everyone raises their hand at the same time and the last person to raise their hand has to drink.
8 – Pick a Mate – You have to choose a player to be your mate and they must drink every time you drink for the rest of the game.
9 – Bust a Rhyme – “Nine is Rhyme” If you pull this card, you have to say a word and the player to your right has to come up with a word that rhymes with yours. This will continue around the table until someone cannot come up with a word that rhymes. You may not use the same word twice and whoever fails to rhyme drinks.
10 – Categories – You have to come up with a category or topic of things, and the player to your right must think of something that falls within that topic. This will go on around the table until a player cannot think of anything. That player has to drink.
Jack – Never have I Ever – You have to play never have I ever with 3-5 fingers
Queen – Questions – The player who draws the card must start by asking anyone a question. Then this player will ask anyone else a question. This continues around the table until someone fails to ask a question.
King – King’s Cup + Rules – During the game when the first three king cards are drawn, the player who drew the card must pour some of their drink into the King’s Cup in the center of the table. Once the forth king card has been drawn, that player must consume the contents of the King’s Cup. When the first three king cards are drawn, those players can make a rule, that must be followed until the next king card is drawn. Some of the rules may be Thumbs, ( players put their thumbs onto the table silently and the last person to do so has to drink), Buffalo, (you must always use your left hand) Teeth, (players may not show their teeth whenever they laugh) and In bed (players must say “in bed” at the end of every sentence).
What are the common Circle of Death card assignments?
Ace – Maddy Drinks – Any player by the name “Maddy” has to drinks – all other players in the game can drink at their own leisure while watching the unfortunate Ethan.
2 – You – “Two is you” The player who draws this card points at a player and tells them to drink.
3 – Me – “Three is me” – The person who draws this card has to drink.
4 – Whores – “Four is whores” – All females must drink.
5 – Drive – “Five is drive” All players puts up their hands as if driving a car. The person who drew the card begins to pretend like they are driving a car by saying “vroom” while tilting their hands left or right. The player in that direction becomes the “driver” and has the option to pass the position left or right. The player in the “driver” position has three options. They can continue in the same direction by saying “vroom” passing it to the next person. They can turn their hands in the opposite direction by saying “skirt” and pass the driver seat back to the person who just gave it to them. While the direction is set all players have to say “vroom” until a player decides to say “skirt” and send it back. The final option is to say “beep” while acting like you are hitting the car horn. This will pass the games position to the person opposite to the current “driver”. The person who turns or speaks the wrong way has to drink.
6 – Dicks – “Six is dicks” – All men must drink.
7 – Heaven – “Seven is heaven” The last player to put their hands up in the air has to drink.
8 – Pick a Mate – “Eight is mate” This player must choose a mate to drink when they drink for the rest of the game. If one of the mates draws another 8 they choose another person and now all three must drink. You may also merge two mated pairs. If all the players in the game become mated it will cancel out.
9 – Rhyme – “Nine is Rhyme”. The player who draws this card says a word and the next player counter clockwise to them must say a word that rhymes with that. This continues around the table until someone cannot think of a word that rhymes and they must drink.
10 – Categories – This player will have to come up with a category of something, and the player to your right must continue to think of something that falls into that topic. This goes around the table until a player cannot think of anything.
Jack – Thumb Master – The player who draws this card must secretly put their thumb onto the end of the table. All other players must place their thumb on the end of the table as well. The last player to put their thumb on the table has to drink. The person who draws this card has the power to put their thumb onto the table at any time until the jack card is drawn again or when the game ends.
Queen – Question Master – When this player asks a question all other players have to answer with another question. This will go on until the next queen card is drawn. The players who answer the question master without a question must drink.
King – King’s Cup – The players who draws the king card must pour some of their beverage into the King’s Cup. The person who draws the final king card must drink the King’s Cup.
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Kings Cup rules drinking games, pun intended. It is simple to play, requires no special equipment, and offers a great way to get to know your fellow barsity athletes. It can be enjoyed with as few as a couple of players or, as many as you can handle so no one gets left out. It’s a great drinking game to get the party off to a roaring start. Give it a go, you won’t be disappointed.Kings Cup rules are simple and are easy to follow. Cards are shuffled and arranged, face down, in a circle surrounding the Kings Cup. Players sit in a circle surrounding the cards with their own drink of choice. Each player takes a turn drawing a card and carries out the action assigned to that card. The game ends when the last King is drawn and the King’s Cup is demolished by the lucky, or unlucky depending on the contents of the cup, player who drew the last King . It doesn’t get simpler than that!Card Assignment
Kings Cup rules are easy to memorize or customize to your party. The following summary of different actions assigned to each card are based on the most popular version of the game. You can also download a Free Kings Cup Rules Cheat Sheet (PDF) to aid you on game day.Waterfall: Everybody drinks. No one can stop until you do.
Give 2: Assign one drink to two people or two drinks to one person.
Give & Take: Assign two drinks, and drink twice.
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Rule: Set a rule to be followed. Anyone caught breaking the rule drinks.
Thumbs: Place your thumb on the table. Last person to place their thumb on the table drinks.
Hands Up: Raise your hand. Last person to raise their hand drinks.
Mate: Choose your drinking mate. They drink when you drink for the rest of the game.
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Rhyme Time: Choose a word. Next person has to say a word that rhymes. First one to mess up or pause drinks.
Category: Choose a category. Next person has to name an item from that category. First one to mess up or pause drinks.
Girls Drink: All the girls must take a drink.
King’s Cup: Pour some of your drink into the King’s Cup. The person to draw the last King must drink from the King’s Cup and the game ends.
Kings Cup Rules and Variations
There are many variations of kings cup rules. Some are more difficult that others and you’re always free to come up with your own. Introducing a truth or dare component to the game is an easy way to boost the fun factor. Get as creative as you want or stick to the classic rule book. It is really up to you. Remembering all of the actions assigned to each card can be tricky, especially as you get tipsy, so the following cheat sheet may come in handy. Download Free Kings Cup Rules Cheat Sheet (PDF) in case you missed it. It may come in handy.Check out the following video for a quick summary of the Kings Cup Rules. You can also check out other drinking games and drinking games with shots for more ideas.Drink Responsibly
Drinking games are not for everyone. Know your limits and stay within them. If you’re hosting a party, that responsibility also extends to your guests as well.Written By:Lou Sylvester is your average 23-year-old male beer drinker. He likes what you like, and absolutely hates what you hate. He played his wealth of sports and enjoyed a successful 4-year college career. Majoring in Business but finding time to write has always been a passion for Lou. Enjoy the articles!