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Are you a fan of games that bring your loved ones together? Especially ones that have everyone, from kids to adults, laughing so hard they can barely breathe — and are easy for anyone to pick up before even starting?
Then you absolutely must try 5 Second Rule, where you draw a card and have only five seconds to name the first three things that come to mind.
First, decide how many rounds you want to play (10? 20? 50?? You could begin with 10 or 15 and extend if everyone is having fun). On your turn, pull a card that challenges you to "Name 3" items — such as vegetables, sitcoms, things you might find in a garage, famous bald people, or ice cream toppings — and you only have five seconds to list them! If you succeed, keep that card as a "point". At the end of the game, the person with the most cards wins!
The pressure is on! You draw your card and start the spiral timer, which makes a hilarious zoooop! sound as it counts down your five seconds — and that's when it gets tricky!
Ellen — yes, THE Ellen! — has even played this game with celebrities on her show because it's just that amazing.
But Ellen isn't the only one who loves it: it boasts EIGHTEEN HUNDRED glowing reviews on Amazon! It's a fantastic party game for family, friends, or even strangers at the airport during a delay. Why not?!
Promising review: "Once we played a couple rounds, it was an instant hit. We played it throughout Christmas week multiple times. The box comes with enough categories (cards are double-sided: a red side and a yellow side) that you can switch them up for each new round. You can even make your own rules as long as everyone agrees!" —Candace
"I started by playing with my grandson. We laughed so much we were in tears. We had a blast! Then we took it to our family Christmas gathering. Everyone joined in, and the laughter was unstoppable. After the planned rounds ended, no one wanted to stop. It was so much fun for everyone, from senior adults to teens and kids." —Cheri Ford
The rules state that you need at least three players, but your group can grow as large as you want! However, reviewers — and even Ellen! — enjoy playing with just two, and it's still a riot. Once you get the hang of it, feel free to adjust the rules to fit your group's style.
"Wow, this game is so much fun! Even with only two people, it's a blast. It’s easy to pick up, follow, and have an amazing time!" —OnlineShopper7
"We have three teenagers and keep this game out in the living room. We don’t always stick to the official rules, but someone will randomly grab the timer, pick a card, and we'll all start shouting answers. This game was an instant hit, rules or not! Highly recommend!" —Shea
While it’s technically designed for ages 10 and up (which seems to be accurate based on reviews), it’s also adaptable for younger children — just let the little ones use the cards from the junior version.
"I bought this after seeing it on Ellen’s show. It’s just as hilarious in real life, lol. It’s a fantastic social game. The questions aren’t too difficult (usually), but your brain freezes up, which is where the fun comes in. This version might not be great for kids because they might not understand the questions yet. We use both the adult and junior versions together on family game night to keep things balanced." —TobysMommy
You can get the Junior version on Amazon for $11.43.
OH, and it’s also an excellent game for coworkers! We love playing it here at Mytour from time to time, but it’s perfect for any office environment.
I once played with a group of coworkers, and we had an amazing time! It turns out it's harder to come up with answers than it looks.
"Bought this as a work game for Professional Lab Week. It was a HUGE hit! The Residents and Doctors, along with the rest of the staff, loved it. There were even people lining up to play." —Avid Reader
"Fantastic game for a wide variety of people. Some questions are tough (three perennial flowers??? hmmm...) Some are easy (three types of dances), and some seem easy but somehow stump your group (cereal). I brought it to work recently for my team, and it was a major success. It’s a perfect way to take a quick ten-minute break." —SouthLake
Looking for a quick and fun way to get everyone laughing and socializing together? Look no further than 5 Second Rule! Get it now on Amazon for $18. (If you’re feeling adventurous, try their Uncensored Version for $15.37!)
Note: The reviews in this post have been shortened and clarified for readability.
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