Hot and Cold

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3+ players, about 10 minutes, ages 6+.

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Setup

Have one or two players volunteer to be the chosen ones. It’s best to have a volunteer for every 5 players. So if you have a group of 10 players, you should have 2 volunteers.

How to Play

Have the chosen one(s) leave the room while everyone else comes up with a mystery action, such as hopping on one foot or doing a push up. If there are two people, it could be they both need to high five each other, or stand back to back. The chosen one(s) then face the group and tries to guess what the mystery action is by doing different moves by randomly trying different moves. The group applauds if the chosen one is getting close to the action or boos if they are far from it. Eg. The chosen action is hopping on one foot. If the chosen one starts jumping, the group starts applauding. If the chosen one does a push-up, the group starts booing. The game is over when the chosen one does the correct mystery action. Play multiple rounds alternating the chosen players per round.

Frequently asked questions

How many people do you need to play Hot and Cold?

Hot and Cold is designed for 3+ players. It works best when everyone can hear each other and take turns quickly.

How long does Hot and Cold take?

A round of Hot and Cold usually takes about 10 minutes, depending on group size and how much discussion your players add.

Can you play Hot and Cold without extra props?

Hot and Cold is built to be lightweight. Check the on-page rules for any simple materials your group might need before you start.

Is Hot and Cold good for groups?

Yes. Hot and Cold is meant for social play, so it works well when the group wants conversation, quick reactions, or shared laughs.

Can kids play Hot and Cold?

Hot and Cold is recommended for ages 6+. For younger groups, read the rules first and choose categories or prompts that fit the room.