Looking for a hilarious, irreverent party game to liven up your next gathering? Cards Against Humanity is the ultimate icebreaker and a guaranteed source of belly laughs. Known as “a party game for horrible people,” this game thrives on absurdity, sarcasm, and dark humor. Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned fan, here’s everything you need to know about playing Cards Against Humanity and its intriguing history.
How to Play Cards Against Humanity
The rules are simple:
- Each player starts with 10 white cards featuring quirky, bizarre, or downright inappropriate phrases.
- The game rotates through players acting as the “Card Czar,” who picks a black card with a fill-in-the-blank or question.
- Everyone else submits a white card they think makes the funniest, most absurd, or most shocking combination.
- The Card Czar picks their favorite white card, and the winner gets a point.
Play continues until players decide to stop—or when everyone is laughing too hard to continue! Expansions are available, adding fresh content to keep the game outrageous.
Personally, I am way too good at this game and I wonder what it says about my character. Can I really call myself Nutral Good?
A Brief History
Cards Against Humanity was created in 2011 by a group of friends led by Max Temkin. Initially funded through a Kickstarter campaign, the game quickly gained popularity for its bold, unapologetic humor. Today, it’s a cultural phenomenon, inspiring countless expansions and spin-offs.
The creators describe it as a “game for terrible people,” but it’s also a reflection of today’s zeitgeist—poking fun at pop culture, politics, and everything in between.
Where to Get It
You can buy Cards Against Humanity and its expansions directly from their official website: cardsagainsthumanity.com.
Whether you’re hosting a party or just want to spice up game night, Cards Against Humanity is a surefire way to keep things lively. Just remember—it’s not for the faint of heart!