Slap Cup Rules: How to Play (and How It Differs From Rage Cage)

Slap Cup is Rage Cage’s rowdier cousin. Two cups race around a circle of players. Bounce a ping pong ball into your cup and pass it on, and if you sink yours while the player before you is still shooting, you get to slap their cup off the table. Get slapped and you drink one from the middle. Bring towels.

It’s a close cousin of Rage Cage. The difference: in Rage Cage you stack the cup you caught, while in Slap Cup you slap it away, which is faster and messier.

What you need

  • A table everyone can stand around (and a few towels)
  • 15 to 25 plastic cups
  • 2 ping pong balls
  • Beer, seltzer or water, poured about a third full
  • 5 or more players

How to set up

  1. Fill most of the cups a third full and cluster them in the center of the table.
  2. Stand in a circle. Give an empty cup and a ball to two players across from each other.

How to play Slap Cup

  1. Bounce. On “go”, both players bounce their ball off the table, trying to land it in their cup. Keep trying until it goes in.
  2. Pass. Once it’s in, pass your cup and ball to the player on your left, who starts bouncing.
  3. First-try bonus. Make it on the very first bounce and you can pass to anyone who isn’t already holding a cup.
  4. Slap. If you make your shot while the player to your left is still shooting, slap their cup off the table.
  5. Getting slapped. Grab a cup from the center, drink it, and start bouncing into it. Play never stops.
  6. End. The game ends when the center cups run out. Keep score of slaps if you want a winner.

Slap Cup house rules

  • Slap the cup, not the player: hands only, no slapping wrists or arms.
  • Center cup penalty: bounce into a center cup by accident and you drink it.
  • Boom Cup: another name for the same game in some places.

FAQ

What’s the difference between Slap Cup and Rage Cage?

Same setup and bouncing, different catch-up rule. In Slap Cup you slap the caught cup off the table; in Rage Cage you stack your cup into it.

How many players do you need?

At least 5, ideally 6 to 12.

Can you play without alcohol?

Yes. Use water or soda; everything else is the same.

More party games: Circle of Death (Kings Cup), Power Hour, Rage Cage, Chandeliers, Quarters, flip cup, Boat Race, Beer Die, Beer Ball, Dizzy Bat. See them all on our party games page, or play the classic with the full rules of beer pong.

Flip Cup Rules: How to Play, Setup and Variations

Flip Cup is the team relay that wins every party. Two teams line up across a table. One player at a time drinks a small cup, then flicks it from right-side up to upside down off the table edge, and only then can the next teammate go. First team to flip every cup wins. It’s the best game for a big crowd, period.

What you need

  • A long table (an 8-foot beer pong table is perfect)
  • One plastic cup per player
  • Beer, seltzer, soda or water: a small, equal pour in every cup
  • Two teams with the same number of players; 4 to 6 per side is ideal

How to set up

  1. Split into two equal teams and line up on opposite sides of the table, facing each other.
  2. Each player puts a cup on the table in front of them, mouth up, with the rim hanging just over the edge.
  3. Pour the same small amount (an inch or two) into every cup so neither team gets a head start.
  4. Pick the order. The first player on each team is at one end, the “anchor” at the other.

How to play Flip Cup

  1. Cheers. The two first players tap cups, then tap them on the table.
  2. Drink. Each finishes their cup.
  3. Flip. Put the cup back mouth-up with the rim over the edge of the table, and flick the rim up with one finger so the cup turns over and lands upside down. Missed? Set it back up and try again.
  4. Tag the next player. Only once your cup is upside down can the next person on your team start drinking.
  5. Win. The first team whose anchor lands the last flip wins the round.

Rules that settle arguments

Flip cup gets heated. These settle it:

  • No early starts: drink before your teammate’s cup is down and you wait and start over. No jumping the gun.
  • Finish the cup: a flip only counts if the cup was empty.
  • Flip from the edge: one hand, cup on the table, rim over the edge. Picking it up and setting it down upside down is cheating, and everybody saw you.
  • Knock it off the table? Pick it up and flip again from the start.

Flip Cup variations

  • Survivor (elimination): after each round, the losing team votes off a player and the game repeats until one player is left.
  • Relay to 21: teams keep cycling through their players until someone reaches 21 flips.
  • Flip Cup into beer pong: the losing team of a flip cup round has to set up first at the pong table, or flip cup decides who shoots first.

How to flip on the first try (and stop being the anchor who loses it)

  • Leave about an inch of rim over the edge. Too little and you can’t get a finger under it; too much and it falls on the floor.
  • Flick, don’t swat. One finger, gentle, aiming for one rotation. Most misses come from hitting it way too hard.
  • A slightly wet table helps the cup land and stick. Spilled beer finally has a purpose.

FAQ

How many people do you need for flip cup?

At least 4 (two per team), but it’s best with 8 to 12 players.

Can you play flip cup without alcohol?

Yes. Water or soda works the same, and it’s a great warm-up before a beer pong tournament.

What if the teams are uneven?

One player on the smaller team goes twice, usually the first player, who drinks and flips again as the anchor.

Hosting game day? Flip cup is the perfect halftime game. See our Super Bowl drinking games plan.

En español: Reglas del flip cup en español.

More party games: Circle of Death (Kings Cup), Power Hour, Rage Cage, Slap Cup, Chandeliers, Quarters, Boat Race, Beer Die, Beer Ball, Dizzy Bat. See them all on our party games page, or play the classic with the full rules of beer pong.

Rage Cage Rules (Stack Cup): How to Play, Step by Step

Rage Cage (aka Stack Cup) is the fastest party game we know. Two players race to bounce a ping pong ball into an empty cup. Make it before the player chasing you and you pass your cup on. Get caught and your cup gets stacked, and you drink one from the middle. It’s loud, it’s fast, and somebody always ends up slamming the table.

Looking for the beer pong rule about the center cup of the rack? That’s the bitch cup rule.

What you need

  • A round or square table everyone can stand around
  • 15 to 25 plastic cups
  • 2 ping pong balls (two different colors helps)
  • Beer, seltzer or any drink, poured about a third full; water works for every rule
  • 5 or more players; 6 to 12 is ideal

How to set up

  1. Fill most of the cups about a third full and cluster them tightly in the center of the table.
  2. Fill one cup all the way and put it in the very middle. Depending on the house, this is the bitch cup, the death cup or the king cup.
  3. Stand in a circle around the table. Give an empty cup and a ball to two players standing directly across from each other.

How to play Rage Cage

  1. Bounce it in. On “go”, both players with balls bounce them off the table, trying to land in their own empty cup. You can try as many times as you need.
  2. Pass it on. As soon as you make it, pass your cup and ball to the player on your left (or right, if you agree before starting). They start bouncing right away.
  3. First-try bonus. Make it on your very first bounce and you can pass your cup to anyone at the table who isn’t already holding one.
  4. Stack. If you make your shot while the player before you is still shooting into the cup right next to yours, stack your cup into theirs. They’ve been caught.
  5. Getting stacked. If you’re stacked, take the stack out of play, grab a cup from the center, drink it, and start bouncing into that empty cup. The game keeps going without a pause.
  6. Ending the game. When the outer cups run out and someone gets stacked again, they drink the full center cup, and the round is over.

Common Rage Cage house rules

  • Accidental center cup: bounce your ball into one of the center cups and you drink it, stack it onto your own cup, and keep shooting.
  • Last cup stands: some houses refill the center cup and play another round instead of ending.
  • No skip on the first try: a stricter version where a first-bounce make still has to go to the next player.
  • Stack Cup / Slap Cup: in Slap Cup you slap the other player’s cup away instead of stacking it. Same table, more mess.

Tips

  • Bounce soft and short. A flat little bounce right in front of the cup goes in way more often than a big hero arc.
  • Keep the middle cups packed tight so stray balls bounce into cups, not onto the floor.
  • Pour small. This game moves fast. A third of a cup is plenty, and keep water on the table.

FAQ

Is Rage Cage the same as Stack Cup?

Yes. Rage Cage, Stack Cup and Stack Cups are the same game. Slap Cup and Boom Cup are close cousins with slightly different catch-up rules.

What is the bitch cup in Rage Cage?

The full cup in the very middle of the table. Whoever gets stacked after the outer cups are gone drinks it, and the game ends.

How many people do you need?

At least 5 for it to work, and it’s best with 6 to 12. Fewer than that and the cups come around too fast.

Can you play without alcohol?

Yes. Fill the cups with water or soda. The bouncing and stacking work exactly the same.

More party games: Circle of Death (Kings Cup), Power Hour, Slap Cup, Chandeliers, Quarters, flip cup, Boat Race, Beer Die, Beer Ball, Dizzy Bat. See them all on our party games page, or play the classic with the full rules of beer pong.

Circle of Death Rules (Kings Cup): How to Play and What Every Card Means

Circle of Death (aka Kings, Kings Cup or Ring of Fire) is the card game that shows up at every party eventually. Spread a deck face down in a circle around one big cup, take turns drawing, and do whatever your card says. Draw the fourth King and the King’s Cup is all yours. It’s our favorite game for when the pong table is taken.

Free printable: Kings Cup rules sheet (PDF). Every card on one page, so nobody has to look it up mid-game.

Looking for the beer pong rule called “ring of fire”? That’s a different thing: see Ring of Fire in beer pong.

What you need

  • A standard 52-card deck (jokers out)
  • One large empty cup for the middle (the King’s Cup)
  • A drink for each player, plus water on the table
  • 3 to 10 players; 4 to 7 is the sweet spot

How to set up

  1. Put the King’s Cup in the middle of the table.
  2. Shuffle and spread every card face down in a ring around the cup, edges touching, so the circle has no gaps.
  3. Agree on the card rules before the first draw. Every group plays a little differently, so settle it now (or use the list below).
  4. Pick who goes first. Play goes clockwise; each player draws one card, flips it so everyone sees it, and the rule happens immediately.

Circle of Death card rules

These are the most common rules. Any card can be swapped for your house version, as long as everyone agrees before the game starts.

Card Name What happens
Ace Waterfall Everyone starts drinking at once, beginning with the player who drew. You can’t stop until the person to your right stops.
2 You Pick someone to drink.
3 Me You drink.
4 Floor Everyone touches the floor. Last one down drinks.
5 Guys Every guy drinks.
6 Chicks Every girl drinks.
7 Heaven Everyone points to the sky. Last hand up drinks.
8 Mate Pick a mate. Whenever you drink, they drink, for the rest of the game (or until the next 8).
9 Rhyme Say a word. Going around, each player says a word that rhymes. First to repeat or stall drinks.
10 Categories Name a category (beer brands, NFL teams). Going around, each player names something in it. First to miss drinks.
Jack Make a rule Make a rule that lasts the rest of the game, like no first names, or drink with your left hand only. Anyone who breaks it drinks.
Queen Question master You’re the question master until the next Queen. Anyone who answers a question you ask drinks.
King King’s Cup Pour some of your drink into the King’s Cup. Whoever draws the fourth King drinks the King’s Cup, and the game is over.

Don’t break the circle

This is the rule that gives the game its name. The cards have to stay touching, so slide your card out without leaving a gap in the ring. Break the circle and you drink (lots of houses make it a full drink). It’s easy with 52 cards and nerve-racking with ten, so watch the guy with shaky hands.

Circle of Death vs. Kings vs. Ring of Fire

They’re the same game with regional names. The differences are small:

  • Kings / Kings Cup: usually no “break the circle” penalty; the game ends when the fourth King is drawn.
  • Circle of Death: adds the break-the-circle rule, and some groups play every card until the deck runs out.
  • Ring of Fire: the cards go around an unopened can of beer. Players tuck their card under the tab after drawing; whoever pops the can (or knocks the cards off) drinks it.

Popular house rules

  • Thumb master: some groups use Jack or 7 for this. Quietly put your thumb on the table; the last person to notice and copy drinks.
  • Never have I ever: a common swap for Jack or 6. Everyone holds up three fingers; drop one each time you’ve done what’s called. First to zero drinks.
  • Social: a common swap for 4 or 9. Everyone drinks.
  • Snake eyes: make eye contact with the snake and you drink.

Hosting tips

  • Keep the King’s Cup small. The last King should be a punchline, not a problem. Beer or seltzer only, a short pour.
  • Water on the table. Every card works with water or soda, and nobody has to explain why they’re drinking it.
  • Settle the rules before the first card. Write them down. That’s the whole reason people hang a house rules sign over the pong table: fewer arguments, more game.

FAQ

Is Circle of Death the same as Kings Cup?

Yes. Circle of Death, Kings, Kings Cup and Ring of Fire are names for the same card game. The only common difference is the “break the circle” penalty.

What happens when you draw the fourth King?

You drink the King’s Cup (everything the first three King-drawers poured in), and the round is over.

How many people do you need?

At least 3. It’s best with 4 to 7, so each player draws often but the deck lasts a while.

How long does a game take?

About 20 to 40 minutes for a full deck.

Can you play without alcohol?

Yes. Swap every “drink” for a sip of soda or a dare. The cards work the same way.

Playing on New Year’s Eve? Try Resolution Kings from our New Year’s Eve drinking games.

En español: Reglas del Kings Cup en español.

More party games: Power Hour, Rage Cage, Slap Cup, Chandeliers, Quarters, flip cup, Boat Race, Beer Die, Beer Ball, Dizzy Bat. See them all on our party games page, or play the classic with the full rules of beer pong.

Best Beer Pong Tables (2026): Our Top 8 Picks

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The best beer pong table for most people is the GoPong 8-Foot Dry Erase Table: regulation size, pre-cut cup holes, and it folds into a suitcase. A real table is the difference between a party game and a real game. Folding tables bow, the kitchen counter is too short, and nobody wants to play on a door again. Below are our picks for every setup, from tailgates to pools, plus what to look for before you buy.

What to look for in a beer pong table

  • Regulation size: 8 feet long, 2 feet wide and about 27.5 inches tall. Anything shorter changes the game, and you’ll hear about it from whoever lost.
  • Cup holes or not: holes stop spills and save re-rack arguments, but you can’t bounce over them and the table is harder to use for anything else.
  • Folding and weight: most aluminum tables weigh 20 to 30 pounds and fold to briefcase size. Check for a carry handle if you’ll tailgate.
  • Surface: look for a beer-resistant, wipeable top. Dry-erase tops let you keep score and write your house rules on the table.

Best beer pong tables of 2026

1. Best overall: GoPong 8-Foot Dry Erase Table

Regulation 8 x 2 feet with 10 pre-cut cup holes per side, an aluminum frame, 6 balls and 4 dry-erase markers. About 25 pounds and folds for storage. Keep it dry: the surface can warp if it’s left wet.

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2. Best for tailgates: GoPong 8-Foot Portable Table

The lightest regulation table on the list at about 20 pounds, with a beer-resistant top, carry handle and several designs. No cup holes, so it doubles as a regular folding table. Not built for rain.

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3. Best heavy-duty: GoPong PRO 8-Foot Premium Table

A sturdier, taller (36-inch) table for game rooms and bars where it gets used every weekend.

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4. Best with lights: PartyPongTables 8-Foot Professional LED Table

Anodized aluminum frame, high-resolution graphics, and optional cup holes and LED lights in 20 colors. About 26 pounds and folds to briefcase size. The pick for night games and man caves.

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5. Best 2-in-1: PartyPongTables Cornhole + Beer Pong Table

A beer pong table that splits into two cornhole boards in under a minute. About 32 pounds. No cup holes.

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6. Best for small spaces: GoPong 6-Foot Table

A shorter folding table for apartments, dorms and tight patios. Not regulation length, so expect easier shots.

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7. Best for the pool: GoPong Pool Party Barge

A 6-foot inflatable with 28 cup holes, a built-in cooler for about 18 cans and slots for 8 drinks. Pump not included.

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8. Best tabletop: Sharper Image Mini Beer Pong Set

A 25-inch wooden tabletop version with spring-loaded catapults and mini cups. A fun gift that fits on a bar or coffee table.

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Rather build your own? Here’s how to build a beer pong table, regulation size, in a weekend.

Beer pong table FAQ

What size is a regulation beer pong table?
8 feet long, 2 feet wide and 27.5 inches tall.

Are cup holes better?
Holes keep cups in place and stop spills, which is why many tournament-style tables have them. Without holes the table is more versatile, and you can use a beer pong rack to set the triangle.

Can I build my own?
Yes. Any sturdy 8 x 2 foot surface works. See our custom beer pong table guide and cool beer pong tables for ideas.

Got your table? Finish the setup with a beer pong kit and our complete rules guide, and hang your house rules with a Beer Pong All-Stars sign.

Picks updated November 2026. Check Amazon for current price and availability.

Reglas del flip cup: cómo se juega (y cómo voltear el vaso a la primera)

El flip cup es una carrera de relevos por equipos: dos equipos en fila a cada lado de la mesa, y uno por uno cada jugador se toma un vaso pequeño y luego lo voltea desde el borde de la mesa para que caiga boca abajo. Hasta que tu vaso no queda boca abajo, el siguiente de tu equipo no puede empezar. Gana el primer equipo que voltea todos sus vasos. Es el mejor juego para grupos grandes.

¿Prefieres inglés? Flip cup rules.

Qué necesitas

  • Una mesa larga (una mesa de beer pong es perfecta)
  • Un vaso de plástico por jugador
  • La misma cantidad pequeña de bebida en cada vaso (o agua)
  • Dos equipos con el mismo número de jugadores; de 4 a 6 por lado es ideal

Cómo se juega

  1. Los equipos se ponen en fila, uno frente al otro, cada uno con su vaso.
  2. A la señal, los primeros de cada equipo brindan, se toman su vaso y lo ponen boca arriba en el borde de la mesa.
  3. Con un dedo, golpean el borde del vaso hacia arriba para que dé una vuelta y caiga boca abajo.
  4. Cuando el vaso queda boca abajo, empieza el siguiente jugador.
  5. Gana el equipo cuyo último jugador voltea su vaso primero.

Reglas que evitan discusiones

  • Nada de salidas antes de tiempo: si tomas antes de que tu compañero voltee su vaso, esperas y empiezas de nuevo.
  • El vaso tiene que estar vacío para que cuente.
  • Desde el borde: una mano, el vaso en la mesa. Nada de levantarlo y ponerlo boca abajo con la mano.

Cómo voltearlo a la primera

  • Deja como 2,5 cm (una pulgada) del vaso fuera del borde.
  • Golpea suave con un dedo, buscando una sola vuelta. Casi todos los fallos son por pegar demasiado fuerte.
  • Un poco de líquido en la mesa ayuda a que el vaso se quede.

Más en español: Reglas del beer pong · Kings Cup.

Reglas del Kings Cup (Círculo de la muerte): qué significa cada carta

Kings Cup (también llamado Kings, Círculo de la muerte o Ring of Fire) es un juego de cartas para tomar: pon las cartas boca abajo en un círculo alrededor de un vaso grande, saca una carta por turno y haz lo que dice. Quien saca el cuarto rey se toma el vaso del centro y se acaba el juego.

¿Prefieres inglés? Circle of Death rules. Imprime la hoja de reglas (PDF, en inglés).

Qué necesitas

  • Una baraja de 52 cartas (sin comodines)
  • Un vaso grande vacío para el centro (el vaso del rey)
  • Una bebida para cada jugador, y agua en la mesa
  • De 3 a 10 jugadores

Qué significa cada carta

Carta Nombre Qué pasa
As Cascada Todos empiezan a tomar a la vez, empezando por quien sacó la carta. No puedes parar hasta que pare la persona a tu derecha.
2 Tú Elige a alguien para que tome.
3 Yo Tomas tú.
4 Piso Todos tocan el piso. El último toma.
5 Hombres Toman todos los hombres.
6 Mujeres Toman todas las mujeres.
7 Cielo Todos apuntan al cielo. La última mano arriba toma.
8 Compañero Elige un compañero. Cada vez que tomes, toma contigo, hasta el siguiente 8.
9 Rima Di una palabra. En ronda, cada uno dice una que rime. El primero que repite o se traba, toma.
10 Categorías Elige una categoría (marcas de cerveza, equipos de fútbol). El primero que no sabe, toma.
J Regla Inventa una regla para el resto del juego. Quien la rompa, toma.
Q Maestro de preguntas Haces las preguntas hasta que salga la siguiente reina. Quien te conteste una pregunta, toma.
K Vaso del rey Echa un poco de tu bebida en el vaso del centro. Quien saque el cuarto rey se lo toma y se acaba el juego.

No rompas el círculo

Las cartas tienen que quedar tocándose. Si al sacar tu carta abres un hueco en el círculo, tomas. Es fácil al principio y muy difícil cuando quedan diez cartas.

Consejos

  • Que el vaso del rey sea pequeño: el final tiene que ser chistoso, no un problema.
  • Agua en la mesa. Todas las cartas funcionan con agua o refresco.
  • Escriban las reglas antes de empezar para evitar discusiones.

Más en español: Reglas del beer pong · Flip cup.

Reglas del beer pong: la guía completa (con 25 reglas de la casa)

El beer pong se juega con dos equipos de dos, 10 vasos por lado, y gana el primer equipo que mete la pelota en todos los vasos del otro. Todo lo demás (los rebotes, los reacomodos, la isla, la redención) depende de las reglas de la casa. Aquí van las reglas básicas y las 25 reglas de la casa que vas a encontrar en cualquier fiesta.

¿Prefieres inglés? Lee la guía en inglés.

Cómo se arma

  • Mesa: la mesa oficial de torneo mide 2,44 m de largo (8 pies), 61 cm de ancho (2 pies) y 70 cm de alto (27,5 pulgadas). Para una fiesta, cualquier mesa larga sirve.
  • Vasos: 10 por lado (vasos de plástico de 16 oz, unos 475 ml), en un triángulo 4-3-2-1 con la punta hacia el otro equipo.
  • Llenado: un poco de cerveza en cada vaso. Muchos juegan con agua en los vasos y toman de su propio vaso.
  • Pelotas: dos pelotas de ping pong de 40 mm, y un vaso con agua para enjuagarlas.

Cómo se juega

  1. En cada turno, los dos jugadores del equipo tiran una vez, desde detrás del borde de la mesa y con el codo detrás del borde.
  2. Si la pelota entra en un vaso, el equipo contrario se lo toma y lo saca de la mesa.
  3. Pelotas de vuelta: si los dos jugadores la meten, el equipo vuelve a tirar.
  4. Rebote: una pelota que rebota en la mesa y entra vale dos vasos, pero el otro equipo puede desviarla después del rebote.
  5. Nunca puedes bloquear una pelota en el aire. Si lo haces, cuenta como vaso metido.

Quién tira primero

En el primer juego, un jugador de cada equipo tira mientras mira al rival a los ojos (“ojo a ojo”). El primero que la mete mientras el otro falla, empieza. Después, empieza el equipo que se quedó en la mesa.

Reacomodos (re-racks)

Cada equipo tiene dos reacomodos por juego. Se piden antes de tu turno, para juntar los vasos que quedan en una forma más compacta. El último vaso siempre se puede centrar. Mira todas las formaciones en nuestra guía de formaciones (en inglés, con diagramas).

Cómo termina

  • Redención: cuando cae el último vaso, el equipo que pierde tira hasta que cada jugador falle. Si mete todos los vasos que le quedan, hay tiempo extra.
  • Tiempo extra: 3 vasos por lado en triángulo, muerte súbita, sin reacomodos.

Las 25 reglas de la casa

La casa pone las reglas. Pónganse de acuerdo antes de empezar.

  1. Reglas de la casa: el equipo local decide las disputas.
  2. Vaso del centro (bitch cup): si un hombre mete el vaso del centro primero, no cuenta. Si lo mete una mujer, sí cuenta.
  3. Anillo de fuego: mete el vaso de adelante, el del centro y las dos esquinas de atrás antes que cualquier otro y ganas al instante.
  4. Troll: pierdes sin meter ningún vaso y pasas el siguiente juego debajo de la mesa.
  5. Vuelta desnudo: si tu equipo no mete ni un vaso, dan una vuelta a la casa.
  6. En racha / en llamas: mete dos seguidos y avisa; mete el tercero y sigues tirando hasta fallar.
  7. Isla: grita “isla” antes de tirar a un vaso solo. Si lo metes, el otro equipo saca un vaso extra.
  8. Francotirador: atrapa un rebote de tus vasos y pégale al tirador para ganar un vaso extra.
  9. Triángulo de las Bermudas: tres vasos sin tocarse: no hay reacomodo ni isla.
  10. Pelotazo (Randy Johnson): tira fuerte contra el último vaso; si lo tiras de la mesa, ganas.
  11. Viaje: una pelota que toca un vaso y cae en otro gana un vaso extra. (En nuestra casa no se juega.)
  12. Vaso de la muerte: mete la pelota en un vaso que nadie sacó y se acaba el juego.
  13. Ojo a ojo: decide quién tira primero.
  14. Regla del codo: el codo detrás del borde de la mesa, o el tiro no cuenta.
  15. Reacomodos: dos por juego, pedidos antes de tu turno.
  16. Pelotas de vuelta: los dos la meten y vuelven a tirar.
  17. Dedo / soplido: saca una pelota que gira dentro del vaso antes de que toque la bebida.
  18. Tiro de truco: si la pelota vuelve a tu lado sin tocar el piso, ganas un tiro extra, pero tiene que ser de truco.
  19. Redención: la última oportunidad del equipo que pierde.
  20. Tiempo extra: tres vasos, muerte súbita.
  21. Vaso derramado: si tiras tu propio vaso, cuenta como metido.
  22. Tiro de celebridad: una vez por juego, elige a cualquiera para que tire por ti.
  23. Rebote: vale dos vasos.
  24. Mismo vaso: las dos pelotas en el mismo vaso: pelotas de vuelta y dos vasos extra.
  25. Defensa: puedes desviar un rebote, nunca una pelota en el aire.

Cada regla enlaza a su página completa en inglés.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuántos vasos se usan en el beer pong?

Diez por lado, en un triángulo 4-3-2-1. Para un juego rápido, seis vasos en triángulo 3-2-1.

¿El rebote vale dos vasos?

En la mayoría de las casas, sí, pero el otro equipo puede desviarlo después de que toque la mesa.

¿Hay que jugar con cerveza?

No. Muchos jugadores y la mayoría de los torneos usan agua en los vasos.

¿Es lo mismo beer pong y Beirut?

Sí, es el mismo juego con otro nombre. La historia completa (en inglés).

Más en español: Kings Cup · Flip cup.

How to Host a Beer Pong Tournament (Free Printable Bracket)

A great beer pong tournament comes down to four things: a fixed number of teams, a printed bracket, rules everyone agrees on before the first shot, and a prize worth playing for. Nail those and you’ll have a night people talk about; skip them and you’ll have twelve guys arguing over a napkin bracket. This step-by-step guide covers everything from a backyard tournament for 8 friends to a 32-team bar night, with a free printable bracket and rules card.

Got an odd number of teams? Make a custom bracket in 30 seconds with our bracket generator.

Free printables: 8-team bracket · 16-team bracket · tournament rules card (PDF)

Step 1: Pick your size and format

Brackets work best with 8, 16 or 32 teams. With any other number, give the top seeds a first-round bye until you reach the next of those numbers.

  • Single elimination: lose once and you’re out. Fastest format; an 8-team bracket is 7 games, a 16-team bracket is 15.
  • Losers bracket: first-round losers play a side bracket for a smaller prize, so every team plays at least 2 games.
  • Pool play, then bracket: groups of 4 play each other, and the top 2 from each group advance. Best for big events where people came to play, not watch.

Step 2: Count your tables

To play the whole first round at once, you need one table for every two teams: 4 tables for 8 teams, 8 for 16. With fewer tables, run the round in waves and post the order. Number every table so the bracket can say where each game is played. Need tables? See our best beer pong tables.

Step 3: Set the rules before anyone shows up

Tournament arguments almost always come from rules nobody agreed on. Post them in the invite, read them out before game one, and tape a copy to every table. Our printable rules card covers the standard tournament set:

Decide which extra house rules are in play (island, on fire, death cup) and write them in the blank lines on the card. Name one person, the host or a ref, whose call is final.

Step 4: Promote it and take sign-ups

  • Make an event in your group chat, on Facebook or with a sign-up form: date, start time, location, team limit and rules.
  • Ask teams to register as pairs with a team name. Team names make the bracket fun and the trash talk better.
  • Set a sign-up deadline a day or two out so you can print the bracket. Leave one or two spots for walk-ups.
  • Entry fees: if you collect money (Venmo, cash at the door), say up front what it covers. Cash prizes and paid entry can fall under local gambling or liquor rules, especially at a bar, so check before you advertise one.

Step 5: Seed the bracket

Write team names into round 1 of the printable bracket. Draw names from a hat for a casual event, or keep known strong teams on opposite sides so they can’t meet early. Print it big or copy it onto a whiteboard where everyone can see it.

Step 6: Run the day

  1. Set up early: tables numbered, cups racked, extra balls and a rinse cup on each table, towels everywhere.
  2. Read the rules once to everyone before round 1.
  3. Call games by table number and have winners report to the bracket. Fill in the bracket as each game ends.
  4. Keep it moving: games usually run 10 to 20 minutes. If a team isn’t at its table within a few minutes of being called, it forfeits.
  5. Close tables as rounds shrink and move the final to the best table, with everyone watching.

Step 7: Crown a champion

Bragging rights are good; something to hold up is better. A beer pong championship belt or trophy turns a one-off party into a yearly title defense. Take a photo of the winners with the bracket and share it in the event chat; it’s the best promotion for the next one.

Keep it safe

Nobody remembers who won the tournament where somebody got hurt. Keep it simple:

  • 21+ only, and check IDs at a bar.
  • Water in the game cups is fine. Tournaments run long, and most competitive events play with water anyway.
  • Food and water out, rides planned before the first game.

Beer pong tournament checklist

  • Tables (1 per 2 teams in round 1), numbered
  • 22 cups per table plus spares, and 3 to 4 balls per table
  • Printed bracket and a rules card on every table
  • Rinse cups, towels and trash bags
  • Prize: belt, trophy or house rules sign
  • Markers for the bracket

Beer Pong Robot RC Remote Control – Pongbot

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Here’s an awesome party drinking game toy: a remote control (RC) beer pong robot named Pongbot. Pongbot holds 5 solo cups. There is one cup in the center surrounded by four cups on each corner. The base of the robot is lit by red or green under-lighting which makes it great for parties. Add some glowing beer pong cups for the ultimate effect. They are sensors meant to keep Pongbot from falling off the edge of the table and in our experience the Pongbot is relatively durable if it does take a tumble. Ultimately you’re the driver with the remote control that is reasonably responsive.

BEER PONG ROBOT – Pongbot on Amazon

You can have loads of fun with everyone taking shots at just one beer pong robot, but we prefer having two units and splitting into teams. We like to preserve the competitive aspects of the game. Pongbot adds an interesting twist to beer pong by giving the defending team a chance to juke out the opponents’ shots. The quick back and forth movements make it surprising difficult to zero in on the target.

Batteries 4 AAA batteries required.

You can grab your Pongbot on Amazon.

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