Screw Your Neighbor is a classic drinking game that is perfect for a fun night with friends. This game is easy to set up, and all you need is a standard 52 playing card deck. The objective is not to be the one left holding the lowest card in the group, or you drink. Here’s a guide on how to play the game.
What You Need To Play Screw Your Neighbour
To play Screw Your Neighbor, all you need is a standard 52 playing card deck. You can easily find one at a local store or online.
Quick and easy setup for Screw Your Neighbour
To set up the game, form a circle around a stable playing area. Each player draws a card from a shuffled deck to decide who becomes the dealer. The player with the highest card becomes the first dealer. The dealer then reshuffles the deck and passes out one card, faced down, to each player in the group.
Screw Your Neighbour Rules
- The object of the game is to NOT have the lowest card
- Gameplay begins with the player left of the dealer.
- The first person looks at their card and can either keep it or switch cards with the player to their left. Once a player switches, they cannot change their mind.
- The player to the left cannot reject a switch and now must decide whether to keep their card or switch with the neighbor to their left.
- Play continues in this manner clockwise around the table until it reaches the dealer.
- The dealer can choose to keep their card or switch with the top card on the remaining deck.
- Note that if a player has a king on the deal, they must immediately flip it over. A player cannot swap with a King, as it is the highest card. A player who is to the right of a King must keep their card.
- After the dealer goes, all players turn over their cards.
- The player with the lowest card takes a drink.
- Cards are then reshuffled, and the dealer position rotates clockwise, and the rounds continue.
Additional Drinking Rules
Here are some different rules to make Screw Your Neighbor even more fun:
- If a player gets a King, all other players have to drink.
- If a queen is flipped all players toast to the queen
Conclusion
Screw Your Neighbor is a simple but fun drinking game that is perfect for a night in with friends. By following these simple steps, you can set up the game and start playing in no time. Don’t forget to play responsibly and try out some of the variations to make the game even more exciting.