Hi-Lo

Take turns to flip a card after predicting whether is it higher or lower than the previous card.

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    Shuffle and lay a set of playing cards or numbered cards face down. Decide if the ace is low or high.

  • Step 2.

    Contestants form a circle so that it is obvious who is next to go. The first player turns over the top card.

  • Step 3.

    The second player, before turning a card, must predict whether it will be higher or lower than the first card.

  • Step 4.

    If the prediction is correct, the turn passes to the next player who repeats Step 3. If it is incorrect, the player is eliminated and leaves the circle.

  • The Winner

    The last player remaining is the winner.

  • Tips / Variations

    Alternatively, use two dice instead of playing cards, but the game works the same way.

    A good rule variation is that if two players turn the same number card or throw the same dice score, they are both eliminated.

    Joker cards can be included as a free pass for the person who draws it.

The Details

  • Location: Indoor (home)
  • Ages: 7-11 years, 12-16 years, 18 years or older
  • Team: No
  • Physical: No
  • Average Duration: 5-15 minutes
  • Cost: £0-£1
  • Occasion: Family Party, Children's Party
  • Essential Equipment - Other: Numbered cards
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy