How to play The laughing game

Other name(s): Laugh out

The setup

1) Gather players in a circle — no items needed.

2) Choose one person to be the “joker” to start.

How to play

1) The joker tries to make anyone laugh using only their facial expressions or gestures — no touching allowed.

2) Anyone who laughs is out and becomes the next joker.

3) Last person who never laughed wins.

How to win

Avoid laughing at all costs — keep a poker face!

Game variations

Allow sound effects but no words.
Make the joker wear a silly hat to add pressure.

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