21 drinking game basic mechanicsĪs mentioned earlier, the main premise of the 21 drinking game is to avoid calling out the number 21. Every player says one number and the first one who says the number 21 drinks and makes up the first rule. The youngest player starts to count then all the players start counting aloud in a clockwise direction from 1 to 21. Make sure there’s enough alcohol for refills! Preferably the players sit down in a circle and everyone should be able to look into each other’s eyes. Ready to play the 21 drinking game? First, you need to gather 2 or more people in a circle and prepare your drink of choice (beer, tequila, etc.). 👉 Looking for games to play with your best friend? Check out more games for two! How to play 21