Rock Paper Scissor
A timeless hand game of chance and strategy for two players.
Description
Rock Paper Scissors is a simple yet enduring game enjoyed by people of all ages. Players use hand gestures to determine a winner. Rock crushes scissors, scissors cut paper, and paper covers rock. It’s a quick and fun way to settle disputes, make choices, or have some playful competition.
Categories
- Hand Game, Casual Game, Chance & Strategy
How to Play:
- Number of Players: 2 Players (or can be played with multiple players in a round robin format)
- What You’ll Need:
- Nothing! Just your hands.
- Gameplay:
- Players stand or sit facing each other.
- On the count of three (or another chosen word), both players simultaneously form their hand gesture (rock, paper, or scissors).
- The winner is determined based on the following:
- Rock crushes Scissors
- Scissors cut Paper
- Paper covers Rock
- In the case of a tie (both players throw the same symbol), the round is replayed.
Winning Criteria:
The first player to win a predetermined number of rounds (often best of 3 or 5) is the winner.
Estimated Playtime: Very Short – Takes less than a minute per round.
Make it Your Own:
- Add more options: Expand the game by including additional hand gestures and their corresponding rules.
- Team Up: In a group setting, players can form teams and compete in a round-robin style tournament.
- Themed Gestures: Use hand gestures that correspond to a specific theme, like movie characters or historical figures.
Ready to Play Rock Paper Scissors?
Rock Paper Scissors is a timeless game that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to learn, requires no equipment, and can provide endless entertainment. So next time you need to settle a disagreement or simply have some fun, challenge someone to a game of Rock Paper Scissors!
Tags
Classic Game, Zero-Sum Game, Playground Game
Similar Games:
- Roshambo: Another hand game with similar mechanics but using different hand gestures and names.
- Coin Flipping: A simple game of chance using a coin to determine heads or tails.
- Drawing Straws: A random selection method where the shortest straw “wins”