Bad Bite Game Manual

Game Overview

Bad Bite, Bad Bite is a hilarious and challenging team game that tests your agility, coordination, and teamwork. Players split into two teams and use only their mouths to pick up and hold onto a large paper bag, reducing its size with each turn. With its simple setup and competitive spirit, Bad Bite guarantees laughter and fun for players of all ages.

Game Setup

Materials Needed

• 1 large paper bag (per game)
• Scissors
• A clear playing area

Team Formation

1. Divide players into two teams.
2. Ensure each team has an equal number of players.
3. Designate a playing area where both teams can comfortably move around.

Game Rules

Objective

The goal of the game is for each team to successfully pick up and hold onto a paper bag using only their mouths, while the bag’s size decreases with each turn. The team that can pick up the smallest bag wins.

Instructions

1. Starting the Game:
   • Place a large paper bag upright in the center of the playing area.
   • Each team lines up at their designated starting point.
2. Taking Turns:
   • Teams alternate turns. On each turn, a player from the active team steps forward to pick up the bag using only their mouth.
   • Players are not allowed to use their hands or any other part of their body to assist.
3. Reducing the Bag’s Size:
   • After each successful round, use scissors to cut off a small portion from the top of the bag, making it shorter.
   • The game continues with the new height for the next round.
4. Elimination:
   • If a player touches the bag with their hands or falls over while attempting to pick up the bag, they are eliminated from the game.
   • The team with the last remaining player or the team that can pick up the smallest bag wins.

Winning the Game

• The game continues until only one player remains who can successfully pick up the bag, or until one team has no more players left.
• The winning team is the one with the last remaining player or the one that successfully picks up the smallest bag.

Safety and Fair Play

• Ensure the playing area is clear of obstacles to prevent injuries.
• Encourage fair play and sportsmanship among players.
• Monitor the game to ensure that rules are being followed.

Duration

• The game typically lasts around 30-45 minutes, depending on the number of players and the size of the bag.

Cost

• The game is inexpensive, costing around $5 per person for materials.

Tips for Fun

• Encourage creativity in players’ techniques for picking up the bag.
• Add challenges or variations, such as having players hop on one foot while picking up the bag.