Drinking games are a great way to break the ice and have a good time with friends, but not everyone has a deck of cards on hand. Fortunately, there are plenty of games you can play with just a few simple items or none at all. Here are some of the best drinking games for large groups that don't require cards.
Beer Pong Without Cups
Beer pong is a classic drinking game, but if you don't have cups, you can still play with just a ball and a table. Simply set up 10 or more cups in a triangle shape on each end of the table and take turns trying to bounce the ball into your opponent's cups. If you make a shot, they have to drink the cup and remove it from the table. The first team to eliminate all their opponent's cups wins.
Flip Cup
Flip cup is another popular game that only requires cups and a table. Divide into two teams and line up on opposite sides of the table. Each player has a cup of beer in front of them, and the goal is to chug it as quickly as possible and then flip the cup over with one finger. Once everyone on a team has finished, they win.
Never Have I Ever
Never Have I Ever is a classic drinking game that doesn't require any props. Players take turns making statements starting with "Never have I ever..." and anyone who has done that thing has to take a drink. It's a great way to get to know your friends better and find out some surprising things about them.
Power Hour
Power Hour is a simple game that involves taking a shot of beer every minute for an hour. You can use a timer or a song that's exactly an hour long, and it's a great way to get drunk quickly. Just be sure to pace yourself and drink plenty of water to avoid getting too drunk.
Thumper
Thumper is a fun and silly game that doesn't require any props. Players sit in a circle and each choose a hand motion and a "thumper" sound. One player starts by doing their motion and sound, and then the person to their left does the same while also doing the first player's motion and sound. This continues around the circle until someone messes up, and then they have to drink.
Edward 40 Hands
Edward 40 Hands is a game that involves duct-taping 40-ounce bottles of beer to each of your hands and not being able to remove them until you finish both. It's a challenging and hilarious game that's sure to get everyone drunk quickly.
King's Cup
King's Cup is a popular game that requires a deck of cards, but you can substitute a phone app or a random number generator if you don't have one. Each card corresponds to a different action, such as "make a rule" or "take a drink," and the game continues until the King's Cup is drawn and the person who draws it has to chug the center cup.
Quarters
Quarters is a simple game that only requires a quarter and a shot glass. Players take turns trying to bounce the quarter into the shot glass, and if they make it, they get to choose someone to drink. It's a fun and easy way to get everyone involved.
Shot Roulette
Shot Roulette is a game that involves placing shot glasses on a spinning wheel and taking whatever shot it lands on. You can use any type of alcohol you want, and it's a great way to mix things up and try new drinks.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are plenty of drinking games for large groups that don't require cards. Whether you're looking for something silly and fun or a way to get drunk quickly, these games are sure to provide hours of entertainment. Just be sure to drink responsibly and have a designated driver if you're planning on getting drunk.
