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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Fans of chaotic party games and physical interaction will love Shoulders. It’s the kind of game that becomes instant friend-group lore!
Highlights
- Guaranteed laughter
- Rules evolve mid-game
- Everyone’s involved constantly
Keep in mind
- Requires movement space
- Can get loud (intentionally)
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Shoulders is that party game that turns your table into a battlefield of taps and laughter. The mission? Count from 1 to 21 in sequence, but with a twist: each number can become a crazy mini-rule (like '7 now requires crossed-arm pointing'). The secret lies in shoulder taps — left passes to the left, right to the right — and rule cards that flip the game upside down every round. Hesitate for more than 3 seconds or make a mistake? Penalty card for you. Three strikes and you're out! The last survivor (or whoever has the fewest penalties) wins. Expect yelling, deliberate chaos, and that delicious 'will I remember that 12 is now a military salute?' feeling. Pro tip: don’t play this after afternoon coffee if you want peace at night.
Best player count
BGG community vote
3
OK
4
OK
5
OK
6
OK
7
OK
8
OK
Soundtrack
Ambience suggested by Melodice
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Publisher
(Self-Published)
Designer
Gerardo Davis
Artist
Gerardo Davis
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players?
3-8 players — the more, the merrier (and crazier)!
Kid-friendly?
Ages 10+, as it requires quick coordination and memory.
Playtime?
1-60 minutes, depending on how often you reset the count (and how competitive your group is).
Space requirements?
Just enough for a circle where everyone can flail arms without elbowing others.
Hard to learn?
Nope — 5 minutes to teach. The real challenge is remembering new rules mid-game!