Ah, Cards Against Humanity. The game that’s guaranteed to turn any gathering into a riotous, laughter-filled event. If you’re new to the game, don’t worry. You’re about to become the life of the party. So, buckle up, and let’s dive into this hilarious, yet slightly scandalous world of card games.
What is Cards Against Humanity?
Before we delve into the nitty-gritty of how to play Cards Against Humanity, let’s take a moment to understand what the game is all about. Cards Against Humanity is a party game where players complete fill-in-the-blank statements using words or phrases typically deemed as offensive, risqué, or politically incorrect printed on playing cards[1]. It’s like Mad Libs, but for adults, with a twist of dark humor.
Components of the Game
The game consists of two types of cards: black and white. The black cards contain the questions or fill-in-the-blank statements, while the white cards have the answers. Each player will use their white cards to fill in the blanks or answer the questions on the black cards.
Setting Up the Game
To set up the game, each player draws ten white cards[2]. The person who most recently used the bathroom (a strange, yet amusing way to determine the first player) becomes the Card Czar (judge) for the first round.
The Gameplay
Now, onto the fun part – playing the game! Here’s how it goes:
- The Card Czar draws a black card from the stack and reads the question or fill-in-the-blank statement aloud.
- All other players answer the black card using one of their white cards, which they believe to be the funniest or most appropriate response. They pass their chosen white card, face down, to the Card Czar.
- The Card Czar shuffles all the white cards received so they don’t know who submitted which card.
- The Card Czar then reads aloud the question from the black card, followed by each of the answers in turn.
- The Card Czar picks the funniest answer, and whoever submitted that card wins the round, keeping the black card as a point.
- After the round is over, everyone draws back up to ten white cards, and a new player becomes the Card Czar.
The game continues until you decide to stop – usually when you run out of cards or when everyone’s too tired from laughing. The player with the most black cards (points) at the end of the game is declared the winner.
Strategies and Tips
While Cards Against Humanity is primarily a game of humor and luck, a few strategies can help you edge out your competitors:
- Know Your Audience: The key to winning is to play the card that the Card Czar will find the funniest. If you know the Card Czar’s sense of humor, you can tailor your answer to their taste.
- Save Your Best Cards: If you have a card that you know is hilarious, save it for a round where it will have the most impact.
- Don’t Be Afraid to Discard: If you have cards that you don’t understand or find funny, don’t be afraid to discard them at the end of a round and draw new ones.
Remember, the goal of Cards Against Humanity is to have fun. Winning is just a bonus!
Conclusion
There you have it, a comprehensive guide on how to play Cards Against Humanity. Now that you’re equipped with the knowledge, it’s time to gather your friends, let your humor run wild, and enjoy a game that’s sure to leave you all in stitches. Happy gaming!
References:
[1]: Cards Against Humanity – Wikipedia
[2]: Official Cards Against Humanity Rules
Note: Cards Against Humanity contains mature content and is recommended for players aged 17 and above. Please play responsibly.
