Catch Phrase is similar in nature to the game of Taboo. Players try to give clues and others have to guess the word.
Follow our guide below to learn how to play Catch Phrase.
Catch Phrase is a unique word-guessing game that is played in teams. Do you think you have a good perception? If so, this game will test your skills.
Earn seven points before other teams to win the game while ensuring none of your teammates is not holding the game unit. Otherwise, you might lose points.
Earn more points to defeat your opponents!
Number of Players: 4 or more
Ages: 8+
Length: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Main Objective: Try to become the first team to earn seven points.
Why We Love It: Because Catch Phrase is a quick word guessing game with lots of interesting questions and puzzles.
Once you are ready with the game unit and teams, you are good to go!
Catch Phrase does not need much effort in setting up.
You must gather at least four players to start playing Catch Phrase. Of course, you can play with as many players as you want.
Get the Catch Phrase game unit and timer, reset both teams’ scores to 0 and toss a coin to decide which team goes first.
The opponent team will keep a check on the time and the scores.
The categories you may choose from are as follows:
The default category of the game unit is ‘Everything.’
Things to keep in mind:
If any player breaks any of these rules, the opponent team will be immediately awarded on point for that round as their penalty.
Divide the players into two teams.
Sit in a circle with alternate players so that each player ends up beside a member of the opponent team. Each player will try to pass the game unit to their next opponent.
Pick a player that will start the game whose team will be number 1. Hand the game unit to that player.
You will have to make your team guess the word correctly by making a gesture or giving them relatable clues.
As soon as any of your teammates have guessed the word correctly, pass the game unit to the opponent on your right.
The round continues like this until the buzzer rings.
Make your team guess all the phrases correctly to earn more points without giving your opponent any penalty points.
Try not to keep the game unit with your team when the buzzer rings. Otherwise, you will lose a chance to earn one bonus point.
The first team to score seven points wins. You will hear a little tune and see the winning team’s number on the screen.
Categories cannot be generalised in Catch Phrase. It will vary from person to person.
It would be best if you chose the category that your team has good knowledge about. Remember, you have to make your team guess the Phrase. Analyse your team properly to identify in which area all the team members are comfortable in.
Choosing the category wisely gives your team an advantage.
No, the Catch Phrase game unit is set for just two teams. Therefore, you need to divide all the players into two teams.
However, there may be any number of players in each team.
No, the category of phrases can be changed only when the timer is off. It ensures that only words and phrases which relate to the selected category.
You will need to reset and re-enter the correct scores if you accidentally enter more points.
Try Cranium Cadoo if you like playing word-guessing games. It is the perfect ice breaker at any party. Make hilarious memories with your friends and family while playing this unique party game.
You might also like Hedbanz, which is quite similar to other charade games but has a great twist. In this game, everyone has to guess what words are on other cards.
We would suggest that you play Taboo next. It is a fun-filled family game that resembles Catch Phrase a lot. This game is harder than regular charades, as there are some extra restrictions to the clues. A list of related terms is given, which you shall not use to make your team guess the puzzle word.
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