Screamer
Item needed:
No items required
open
Min players:
10
Max players:
∞
Required age:
12
Average cost:
$0
Game duration(Mins):
30 - 40
Screamer is an exciting, high-energy game perfect for large groups. Get the group to stand in a circle facing inwards. Choose one player to stand in the centre of the circle. This player needs to control the pace of the game. They must firstly say “heads down” and the rest of the group in the circle must immediately look down & close their eyes. When the centre player says “heads up” all of the players in the circle must then look up and focus their eyes across the circle at a random person. If they lock eyes with someone else (without moving their eyes) both players who locked eyes must run to the middle of the circle screaming/yelling as loud as they can.
They need to get to the vacant spot on the other side of the circle as quickly as possible. The player in the middle needs to get there before them so they can swap out. When multiple players lock eyes, there are obviously multiple players running through the centre of the circle screaming and it can become a good, fun, energy-expending game!
Game Setup
- Players: Minimum 10 players, no maximum limit.
- Age Requirement: 12 years and older.
- Space: An open area large enough for all players to form a circle and run safely.
Game Rules
- Forming the Circle: All players stand in a circle facing inward.
- Choosing the Center Player: Select one player to stand in the center of the circle. This player controls the game’s pace.
- Heads Down Command: The center player says “heads down,” prompting all players in the circle to look down and close their eyes.
- Heads Up Command: The center player then says “heads up,” and all players look up, focusing their eyes on a random person across the circle.
- Eye Contact: If two players lock eyes, they must scream/yell and run towards each other and aim to reach the vacant spot behind the other player.
- Center Player’s Role: The center player must try to occupy the vacant spot before the eye-contact players reach it. If successful, they swap places with the running player.
- Multiple Eye Contacts: If multiple pairs lock eyes, multiple players run through the circle, creating a fun and chaotic environment.
How to Play
- Start the Game: The center player begins by saying “heads down.”
- Heads Down: All players look down and close their eyes.
- Heads Up: The center player says “heads up,” and everyone looks up, focusing on someone across the circle.
- Screaming and Running: Upon locking eyes, players scream/yell and run towards each other, aiming to reach the vacant spot behind the other player.
- Center Player’s Challenge: The center player tries to get to the vacant spot before the other players do.
- New Center Player: If a runner successfully reaches the vacant spot first, the center player remains in the middle. If the center player reaches it first, they swap places with the runner.
Tips for a Fun Game
- Safety First: Ensure the play area is clear of obstacles to prevent accidents.
- Encourage Enthusiasm: Encourage players to be loud and energetic to make the game more enjoyable.
- Rotate Center Player: Regularly rotate the center player to give everyone a chance to control the game.
Conclusion
Screamer is an exciting, high-energy game perfect for large groups. It encourages quick thinking, speed, and lots of laughter, making it an ideal activity for parties, gatherings, or team-building events.