Give the actor the next built-in prompt and run five 45-second rounds with one actor at a time.
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Charades lightning party game
Run five 45-second charades rounds with equal prompts and actor turns.
Use this when a group needs a familiar party game that starts in seconds.
- BoardSocial Flow
- CategorySocial Mixer
- Best forHousewarmings, watch-party breaks, and social groups that want an easy people-only game.
- Players4-16
Read it out
Quick start.
“Five 45-second rounds. Act without speech, mouthing, or letters; each correct prompt scores one, then rotate actors equally.”
Run the round
How to play Charades Lightning
The actor may not speak, mouth words, or point to letters while their team guesses.
Each correct guess scores 1 point, then move to the next prompt.
Rotate actors so both teams receive equal prompts and acting opportunities.
Guide details
Run it cleanly
How the result works
Each prompt guessed inside its 45-second round scores 1 point.
Example: One actor clears three prompts in 45 seconds, scores 3, and the next listed actor takes the following round.
Keep it clean
Calling a no-sounds round special even though every round is silent. Use a visible constraint such as one-arm-only or omit it.
Safety: Use one clear acting spot, keep movements controlled, and avoid contact or climbing on furniture.
Who it fits
Housewarmings, watch-party breaks, and social groups that want an easy people-only game.
Pace
Medium
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Send the setup
We're playing Charades Lightning from Studboards. Five 45-second charades rounds with equal prompts, equal actor turns, and one point per guess. Fits: Players: 4-16 | Time: 10-20 min | Gear: No extra gear Safety: Use one clear acting spot, keep movements controlled, and avoid contact or climbing on furniture. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/social-flow/charades-lightning.html
https://www.studboards.com/boards/social-flow/charades-lightning.html
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