Last Updated on November 12, 2025 by The Official Game Rules Team

Family Feud: Kids vs Parents brings the fun of the hit TV show hosted by Steve Harvey to your own family game night. Two opposing teams — kids and parents — face off in rounds filled with funny Family Feud questions, fast answers, and a few wrong answers that might have everyone laughing. The goal is to match the most popular survey responses and score the most points before the game ends.

You can even enhance your experience using the Family Feud Buzzer App (available for iOS and Android) to make it feel just like the official Family Feud game show.

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How to Play Family Feud: Kids Vs Parents Edition

Object of the Game

The goal of Family Feud: Kids vs Parents is to earn the highest total score by correctly guessing the most popular survey responses.

75 Kids Face-Off Cards
75 Parents Face-Off Cards
25 Kids Fast Money Cards
25 Parents Fast Money Cards
6 “X” Cards
2 Face-Off Answer Scorepads
1 Fast Money Scorepad
1 Instruction Sheet

Setup

Divide into two opposing teams: Kids vs Parents.
Sit on opposite sides of the table and have your scorepads and pencils ready.
Shuffle each deck separately:
- Kids’ cards go face down in front of the Parents.
- Parents’ cards go face down in front of the Kids.
Each team decides the order of players. Every family member must answer for themselves — no team discussions allowed.
Assign a player to keep score.

Rounds of the Game

The game consists of six total rounds:

4 Face-Off Rounds (2 for Kids, 2 for Parents)
2 Fast Money Bonus Rounds (1 for each team)

Face-Off Rounds

Round 1

The Parents’ team asks the first Kids’ Face-Off question and announces how many top answers there are.

The first kid gives their response.
If it’s one of the top answers, record it on the Face-Off Scorepad and award the points.
If it’s an incorrect answer, place an “X” in one of the Strike Boxes.

Play continues until:

All answers are revealed, or
The team receives three strikes (wrong answers).

Then, the Kids total their points. Next, the Kids select a Parents’ Face-Off card and the roles switch.

Round 2 (Double Points)

Same as Round 1, but points for each correct answer are doubled before being added to the scorepad.

Fast Money Bonus Rounds (Triple Points)

At the end of the Face-Off rounds, both teams play one Fast Money round for bonus points.

The team with the highest total score so far chooses who goes first.
The opposing team reads the Fast Money questions one by one.
Each player must quickly give their answer without consulting teammates.
If the answer isn’t on the list, the reader says “Try again,” and the player gets one more chance.
After all five questions, points are added up.

Once both teams have completed their Fast Money round, compare totals. The team with the most points wins!

Scoring

Record all answers and corresponding point values on the Face-Off Scorepad.
Record strikes for wrong or missing answers.
Double the points in Round 2 and triple them in the Fast Money Round.
Add everything up to find the total score for each team.

Optional Rules

Change seats between rounds to mix up who faces off.
The games host (often a neutral player) can act like Steve Harvey, reading out funny questions and keeping track of the score.
Encourage laughter — funny Family Feud questions and silly answers are part of what makes the game memorable!

Winning

After all six rounds, the team with the highest total score is declared the Family Feud champion. The winners earn bragging rights for the next family game night!

Family Feud: Kids vs Parents FAQ

How many people can play Family Feud: Kids vs Parents?

You can play with as few as 4 people or as many as your table allows. Just divide evenly into Kids and Parents.

What happens if I give a wrong answer?

Each incorrect answer earns your team an “X.” Three strikes end your turn for that round.

How are bonus points earned?

Bonus points are awarded in later rounds — double points in Round 2 and triple points in the Fast Money round.

Can you use the Family Feud Buzzer App?

Yes! The Family Feud Buzzer App adds authentic sound effects from the Steve Harvey show, making your game night feel official.

What’s the best way to host the game?

Have one family member act as the games host — read questions, reveal top answers, and keep score.

How many people can play Family Feud: Kids vs Parents?

The game is designed for 2-4 players.

Conclusion

Family Feud: Kids vs Parents is the perfect way to bring the excitement of Steve Harvey’s Family Feud to your next family game night. With survey responses, fast-paced rounds, and plenty of funny questions, it’s a guaranteed good time for all ages. Whether you play for laughs or for bragging rights, this is one official Family Feud game everyone will enjoy!