Run the round

How to play Relay Mark or Pass · Gift Exchange

Step 1

Share the spotlight.

Step 2

Judge the relay result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the relay setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Share the spotlight. Pass always allowed; trailing side may use one comeback token if announced. Format: Relay.

Example: Share the spotlight.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Letting hints or late answers change the relay result. Set the prompt and answer rule first.

Safety: Keep prompts appropriate, allow passes, avoid sensitive personal details, and control movement around the group.

Best for

Who it fits

6-30 who want a 30-120 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Gift Exchange

Category Gift Exchange

Best for 6-30 who want a 30-120 min round.

Players 6-30

Time 30-120 min

Gear Wrapped gifts within budget, number bag, and steal tracker

Space Party room with clear gift table

Energy Low

Setup Start from Gift Exchange Board and tell the group the activity is Relay Mark or Pass · Gift Exchange.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Relay Mark or Pass · Gift Exchange also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Relay Mark or Pass · Gift Exchange from Studboards. Share the spotlight. Fits: Players: 6-30 | Time: 30-120 min | Gear: Wrapped gifts within budget, number bag, and steal tracker Safety: Keep prompts appropriate, allow passes, avoid sensitive personal details, and control movement around the group. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/gift-exchange/gift-exchange-relay-mark-or-pass-gift-exchange.html

Relay Mark or Pass · Gift Exchange

Quick start.