Marco Polo

A classic game of blindfolded pursuit and evasion, where one player is “Marco” and the others are “Polo.”

Description

Marco Polo is a fun and energetic game that is perfect for parties, picnics, or any other outdoor gathering. The game is played with a group of people, with one person being designated as “Marco” and the rest being “Polo.” To start the game, Marco is blindfolded and stands in the center of the playing area. The Polos then spread out around Marco and start to move around, making noises to try to confuse Marco. Marco’s goal is to catch one of the Polos. To do this, Marco must call out “Marco” and then listen for a response of “Polo.” If Marco hears a Polo, they must try to follow the sound and catch the Polo. If Marco catches a Polo, that Polo then becomes the new Marco.

Categories: Children Games, Family Games, Friends Games, Multiplayer Games, Outdoor Games, Party Games

How to Play

• Number of Players Required: The game can be played with any number of players, but it is best with a group of at least 4 or 5.





• What You’ll Need

  • A blindfold
  • A large playing area






• Gameplay

  1. One player is designated as “Marco” and the rest are “Polo.”
  2. Marco is blindfolded and stands in the center of the playing area.
  3. The Polos spread out around Marco and start to move around, making noises to try to confuse Marco.
  4. Marco calls out “Marco” and listens for a response of “Polo.”
  5. If Marco hears a Polo, they try to follow the sound and catch the Polo.
  6. If Marco catches a Polo, that Polo then becomes the new Marco.

Winning Criteria: The game is over when all of the Polos have been caught.

Estimated Playtime: The game can last anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the number of players and the size of the playing area.

Make it Your Own

• You can make the game more challenging by having Marco try to catch the Polos without using their hands.
• You can also make the game more fun by having the Polos try to make different noises to confuse Marco.
• If you have a large group of players, you can divide them into two teams and have them play against each other.

Ready to Play? Are you ready to play Marco Polo? Gather your friends and family and get ready for some fun!

Safety Note: Marco Polo should be played in a safe environment. Make sure that there are no obstacles or hazards in the playing area and that Marco is not in danger of falling or tripping.

Tags: Marco Polo, Blindfold, Pursuit, Evasion, Children, Family, Friends, Multiplayer, Outdoor, Party