Rules
How to Play Pictionary
Use these rules when you want a clean, fast setup for casual game nights.
How a round works
- 1Split players into two teams or rotate one artist at a time.
- 2Draw one word and show it only to the current artist.
- 3Start the timer, draw without letters or speaking, and let teammates guess.
- 4Count one point for each correct answer before time runs out.
House tips
- • Start with easy categories if kids or first-time players are joining.
- • Use shorter timers once the room is warmed up and guessing gets easier.
- • Keep a visible round count so everyone knows how many turns remain.
Ready to start a round?
Go back to the homepage generator, pick a category and difficulty, then use these rules as your default house setup.