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Official Sardines Rules

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Sardines is a fun and chaotic twist on the classic hide-and-seek game. A great switch-up on a classic game. Here's how to play:

Objective: Be the last person to find the hiding spot.

How to Play:

  1. Choose a Hider: One player is chosen to be the initial hider.

  2. Counting: The remaining players count to a predetermined number while the hider finds a hiding spot.

  3. Searching: Once the count is over, players search for the hider.   

     

  4. Joining the Sardines: When a player finds the hider, they quietly join them in the hiding spot, rather than calling out.   

     

  5. The Last Sardine: The game continues until everyone except one player has found the hiding spot. The last person to find the group becomes the next hider.   

     

Tips:

  • Choose a hiding spot that's well-hidden but also spacious enough to accommodate multiple people.

  • Stay quiet once you've found the hiding spot to avoid revealing the location to other players.   


  • Have fun and be creative with your hiding spots!

Sardines is a great game for building teamwork and communication skills. It's also a fun way to spend time with friends and family.

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