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:

Choose a Hider: One player is chosen to be the initial hider.
Counting: The remaining players count to a predetermined number while the hider finds a hiding spot.
Searching: Once the count is over, players search for the hider.
Joining the Sardines: When a player finds the hider, they quietly join them in the hiding spot, rather than calling out.
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.

Official Game Rules