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Elden Ring Drinking Game

The One Rule That Makes “YOU DIED” a Little Less Painful

Ah, Elden Ring. The glorious, punishing, and utterly unforgettable journey through the Lands Between. It’s a game of epic boss fights, breathtaking discovery, and, of course, that iconic, soul-crushing screen: YOU DIED.

Every Tarnished knows this screen intimately. We’ve seen it after being flattened by giants, swarmed by dogs, and humbled by Malenia for the 87th time. It’s a badge of honor, a sign that you are pushing your limits against one of the most challenging games ever made.

But what if there was a way to soften that blow? What if every death, every chug of your Flask of Crimson Tears, and every triumphant victory could be part of an even greater challenge?

Prepare yourself, fellow Tarnished. It’s time to take on the Elden Ring Drinking Game.

Turn Agony Into Celebration

Let’s be clear: this is not about making the game harder. It’s about changing your perspective. An Elden Ring drinking game transforms the entire experience from a solitary struggle into a hilarious, high-stakes event.

Imagine this: instead of throwing your controller after being ambushed and killed for the fifth time in the same spot, you simply laugh, take a sip, and dive back in. When you finally beat that boss who has tormented you for hours, the victory is sealed not just with a bounty of Runes, but with a well-deserved celebratory drink.

This game turns every moment of frustration into a reason to smile. It’s the perfect way to play with friends, taking turns to see who can survive the longest, or to add an extra layer of entertainment for a streaming audience. It’s a toast to the struggle, and a reward for your persistence.

How to Play, Brave Tarnished

The concept is as simple as it is brilliant. Key events that are core to the Elden Ring experience are tied to specific drinking rules.

  • Used your Flask of Crimson Tears? Take a sip of your own drink.
  • Summoned the legendary Spirit Ashes? There’s a rule for that.
  • Saw the dreaded “YOU DIED” screen? You know what to do.

We’ve carefully crafted a set of rules that perfectly match the rhythm of the game, ensuring that you’re celebrating the small wins and commiserating over the frequent, inevitable deaths.

Ready to see if you have what it takes to conquer the Lands Between with a drink in hand? The full set of rules awaits.

➡️ Arise, Tarnished, and find the rules here: The Official Elden Ring Drinking Game

And for those who seek other legendary challenges, be sure to explore the vast collection of party games and video game drinking rules at our hub for all things fun: Drinking Dojo.

May grace (and your drink) guide you. Good luck. You’re going to need it.