{"id":4118,"date":"2025-01-27T06:21:12","date_gmt":"2025-01-27T06:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/?p=4118"},"modified":"2025-04-17T16:18:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T16:18:02","slug":"bullshit-card-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Play BS: Step-by-Step Guide to Play Bullshit Card Game"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #555555;color:#555555\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#What_is_the_Bullshit_Card_Game\" title=\"What is the Bullshit Card Game?\">What is the Bullshit Card Game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Basic_BS_Card_Game_Rules\" title=\"Basic BS Card Game Rules\">Basic BS Card Game Rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_to_Play_Bullshit_Card_Game\" title=\"How to Play Bullshit Card Game?\">How to Play Bullshit Card Game?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Setup\" title=\"Setup\">Setup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#The_Deal\" title=\"The Deal\">The Deal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Number_of_Players\" title=\"Number of Players\">Number of Players<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#1_Choose_the_First_Player\" title=\"1. Choose the First Player\">1. Choose the First Player<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#2_Playing_a_Card_Face-Down\" title=\"2. Playing a Card Face-Down\">2. Playing a Card Face-Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#3_Bluffing_and_Truth-Telling\" title=\"3. Bluffing and Truth-Telling\">3. Bluffing and Truth-Telling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#4_Calling_%E2%80%98Bullshit\" title=\"4. Calling &#8216;Bullshit!&#8217;\">4. Calling &#8216;Bullshit!&#8217;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#5_Playing_in_Sequence\" title=\"5. Playing in Sequence\">5. Playing in Sequence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#6_Shedding_Multiple_Cards\" title=\"6. Shedding Multiple Cards\">6. Shedding Multiple Cards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#7_Game_Flow_and_Winning\" title=\"7. Game Flow and Winning\">7. Game Flow and Winning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#8_Handling_Disagreements\" title=\"8. Handling Disagreements\">8. Handling Disagreements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#9_Ending_the_Game\" title=\"9. Ending the Game\">9. Ending the Game<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Strategies_for_the_Bullshit_Card_Game\" title=\"Strategies for the Bullshit Card Game\">Strategies for the Bullshit Card Game<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#1_Keep_a_Poker_Face\" title=\"1. Keep a Poker Face\">1. Keep a Poker Face<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#2_Start_with_Low_Stakes_Bluffs\" title=\"2. Start with Low Stakes Bluffs\">2. Start with Low Stakes Bluffs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#3_Call_BS_Wisely\" title=\"3. Call BS Wisely\">3. Call BS Wisely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#4_Watch_for_Patterns\" title=\"4. Watch for Patterns\">4. Watch for Patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#5_Manage_Your_Hand\" title=\"5. Manage Your Hand\">5. Manage Your Hand<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Bullshit_Card_Game_Variations\" title=\"Bullshit Card Game Variations\">Bullshit Card Game Variations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#1_Two_Decks\" title=\"1. Two Decks\">1. Two Decks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#2_Descending_Order\" title=\"2. Descending Order\">2. Descending Order<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#3_High_or_Low_Play\" title=\"3. High or Low Play\">3. High or Low Play<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#4_Drinking_Game\" title=\"4. Drinking Game\">4. Drinking Game<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_do_you_play_the_BS_card_game\" title=\"How do you play the BS card game?\">How do you play the BS card game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#What_happens_when_you_get_to_King_in_BS\" title=\"What happens when you get to King in BS?\">What happens when you get to King in BS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_many_cards_do_you_start_with_in_BS\" title=\"How many cards do you start with in BS?\">How many cards do you start with in BS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#What_are_BS_rules\" title=\"What are BS rules?\">What are BS rules?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_do_you_win_at_BS\" title=\"How do you win at BS?\">How do you win at BS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#What_is_the_objective_of_a_BS_card_game\" title=\"What is the objective of a BS card game?\">What is the objective of a BS card game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#What_does_BS_stand_for_in_card_games\" title=\"What does BS stand for in card games?\">What does BS stand for in card games?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#Can_you_play_BS_with_two_people\" title=\"Can you play BS with two people?\">Can you play BS with two people?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_many_cards_are_in_a_hand_in_BS\" title=\"How many cards are in a hand in BS?\">How many cards are in a hand in BS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/#How_to_play_bluff_with_4_players\" title=\"How to play bluff with 4 players?\">How to play bluff with 4 players?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The Bullshit card game, sometimes called BS, I Doubt It, or Cheat, is a lively and fun card game that relies heavily on bluffing and keen observation. This game, known for its simplicity and social interaction, is all about getting rid of your cards by playing them face-down and hoping your opponents don&#8217;t call you out on your bluffs. You have to lie convincingly to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The game accommodates between 2 to 10 players, but the sweet spot is between 3 to 6 players for optimal fun. Unlike many traditional card games, Bullshit isn\u2019t about following strict bs card game rules; it&#8217;s rather about deceiving your opponents while avoiding being deceived yourself. Read about bullshit card game rules, setup, strategies, and how to play BS card game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Bullshit_Card_Game\"><\/span><strong>What is the Bullshit Card Game?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5567\" style=\"width:559px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2269473713-1-2-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/senior-friends-hands-playing-card-games-2269473713\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PeopleImages.com &#8211; Yuri A \/shutterstock<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS card game is a classic bluffing card game where the primary goal is to be the first to get rid of all your cards. The game is called Bullshit because, in each round, players can lie about the cards they place down, and opponents can challenge their honesty by calling &#8220;Bullshit!&#8221; if they think a bluff is in play.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The game\u2019s challenge lies in balancing truth and deception. Tell the truth too often, and you might miss opportunities to shed extra cards; lie too frequently, and you risk getting caught.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as the Cheat, Liar, or BS card game, this game is simple to learn but can get incredibly intense as it progresses. Success depends on your ability to keep a straight face, read other players\u2019 bluffs, and make the best of your hand. If you\u2019re ready to learn how to play bullshit card game and win with a combination of strategy and luck, keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/klondike-solitaire-turn-3\/\">Klondike Solitaire Turn 3 Rules and Strategy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_BS_Card_Game_Rules\"><\/span><strong>Basic BS Card Game Rules<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bullshit game is a delightful mix of luck, skill, and strategy. It\u2019s a game where quick thinking and observation can help you win but where the fun is often in the moments of hilarious bluffs and surprise come-from-behind victories. Whether you\u2019re playing with family, friends, or new acquaintances, BS is guaranteed to keep everyone entertained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the bullshit card game rules is key to enjoying the game. The following are the essential rules you need to follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Order of Play:<\/strong> Choose a player to go first (often, the player with the Ace of Spades starts). The first player must play face-down cards, starting with Aces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Card Value Sequence:<\/strong> Players take turns placing cards in ascending order. For example, after Aces, the next player places Twos, then Threes, and so on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Announcing Your Move:<\/strong> When placing cards, you must declare the card&#8217;s rank out loud (e.g., \u201cOne Ace\u201d or \u201cThree Fours\u201d). Players are not required to tell the truth and can bluff about the rank of their cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calling Bullshit:<\/strong> If you suspect a player is lying, you can shout &#8220;Bullshit!&#8221; The challenged player must reveal the cards they just played. If they lied, they must pick up the entire discard pile. If they were truthful, the challenger picks up the pile instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Winning the Game<\/strong>: The game continues until one player wins or has no cards left and is declared the winner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Play_Bullshit_Card_Game\"><\/span><strong>How to Play Bullshit Card Game?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS card game is all about deception and strategies. It&#8217;s a simple game to learn, but mastering it requires understanding the BS card game rules, observing your opponents, and perfecting your poker face. The following is a step-by-step guide on how to play BS card game:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setup\"><\/span>Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To set up the Bullshit card game, you\u2019ll need a standard 52-card deck, minus the jokers. Make sure to shuffle the deck thoroughly to mix up the cards. The goal is to ensure no one knows where any specific card might be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Deal\"><\/span>The Deal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once shuffled, deal out the cards evenly among all the players. Depending on the number of participants, some players might end up with one card more or less, but this doesn\u2019t significantly affect the gameplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Number_of_Players\"><\/span>Number of Players<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bullshit card game is best played with 3 to 6 players, though it can accommodate anywhere between 2 and 10 players. More players add to the excitement and the number of possible deceptions! If you\u2019re playing with a large group of more than six, consider using a double deck instead of one to ensure enough played cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Choose_the_First_Player\"><\/span>1. Choose the First Player<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To start the Bullshit card game, select the first player. This can be done in various ways, such as by random choice, rolling a die, or selecting the person who holds the Ace of Spades. Once the first player is chosen, they will begin the game by playing the lowest card rank, usually starting with Aces (e.g., \u201cone Ace\u201d or \u201ctwo Aces\u201d). The game then moves clockwise, with each player following in sequence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having your cards organized is key to staying in control of the game. Arrange your cards strategically; you might want to put them in a specific order to make it easier when it&#8217;s your turn to play.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Playing_a_Card_Face-Down\"><\/span>2. Playing a Card Face-Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On their turn, each player will place one or more cards face-down in the center of the table. The cards are played in ascending order, starting from Ace, 2, 3, and so on, up to King. When placing cards, the player must verbally declare what they are discarding. For instance, if you put down two cards, you might say, &#8220;Two Aces.&#8221; The challenge? You might not have two Aces, but you can still say you do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Bluffing_and_Truth-Telling\"><\/span>3. Bluffing and Truth-Telling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to the game is bluffing or not. If you don\u2019t have the right card to play, you can lie and play a different card while claiming it to be the correct one. The goal is to shed all your cards as quickly as possible, so lying strategically is crucial. You can also choose to play dumb in the game to avoid being caught lying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Calling_%E2%80%98Bullshit\"><\/span>4. Calling &#8216;Bullshit!&#8217;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a player suspects that someone is bluffing, they can shout \u201cBullshit!\u201d The accused player must then flip over the cards they played. If caught lying, they must take the entire discard pile into their hands. If the call was wrong and the accused was truthful, the challenger who called &#8220;BS&#8221; must take the pile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Playing_in_Sequence\"><\/span>5. Playing in Sequence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each turn must follow the card sequence. For example, if the previous player declared a \u201cThree,\u201d the next player must put down \u201cFours,\u201d and so on. However, if the pile is called and the player gets caught, the sequence doesn\u2019t reset; the game continues from where it left off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Shedding_Multiple_Cards\"><\/span>6. Shedding Multiple Cards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Players can place more than one card at a time as long as they announce it. For example, if it&#8217;s time to play 7s, you can place down two 7s and declare \u201cTwo 7s.\u201d This increases the chance of not getting caught if you&#8217;re bluffing with other cards mixed in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Game_Flow_and_Winning\"><\/span>7. Game Flow and Winning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The game continues until one player successfully sheds all their cards, declaring them the winner. It&#8217;s common to bluff heavily when you are down to your last few cards, so be strategic. If no one calls Bullshit and you play your last card, you win the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Handling_Disagreements\"><\/span>8. Handling Disagreements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If players dispute the accuracy of the cards, remember the rule: cards must always be flipped to confirm if someone calls them &#8220;BS.&#8221; This keeps the game fair and prevents misunderstandings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Ending_the_Game\"><\/span>9. Ending the Game<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The game ends when a player discards their final card without being caught in a lie. If a player successfully places their last card and no one calls &#8220;BS,&#8221; they are the winner. If caught bluffing on the final play card, the game continues until someone else sheds all their cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/dos-card-game\/\">DOS Card Game Rules in Detail<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategies_for_the_Bullshit_Card_Game\"><\/span><strong>Strategies for the Bullshit Card Game<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you know how to play Bullshit card game, it&#8217;s important to know strategies for better chances of winning. While Bullshit relies on luck, a few strategies can improve your chances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Keep_a_Poker_Face\"><\/span>1. Keep a Poker Face<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A convincing lie is crucial. Maintain a steady demeanor whether you\u2019re playing truthfully or bluffing. A good bluff often comes down to not giving away any tells!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Start_with_Low_Stakes_Bluffs\"><\/span>2. Start with Low Stakes Bluffs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t risk everything early in the game. If you\u2019re bluffing, start with small lies, like claiming one 4 instead of four 4s. Gradually increase the risk as the game progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Call_BS_Wisely\"><\/span>3. Call BS Wisely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be too eager to call &#8220;Bullshit!&#8221; If you\u2019re wrong, the consequences are severe, and you\u2019ll end up with a lot of cards. Be strategic and pay attention to players who hesitate or seem overly confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Watch_for_Patterns\"><\/span>4. Watch for Patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Observing how other players play can offer clues. Some players might hesitate or play quickly when bluffing. Notice their patterns and use this information to your advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Manage_Your_Hand\"><\/span>5. Manage Your Hand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep track of the cards you\u2019ve seen played. If you\u2019re unsure, remember that holding a good mix of high and low cards can be useful. It\u2019s often better to play truthfully if it means reducing the size of your hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bullshit_Card_Game_Variations\"><\/span><strong>Bullshit Card Game Variations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS card game has many variations to keep things interesting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Two_Decks\"><\/span>1. Two Decks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use two decks if you have a large group (more than 6 players). This makes the game more challenging and allows for longer gameplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Descending_Order\"><\/span>2. Descending Order<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of ascending order, play in descending order (starting from King down to Ace). This adds a twist to the usual gameplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_High_or_Low_Play\"><\/span>3. High or Low Play<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow players to play a card one rank higher or lower than the previous. This makes bluffing harder and adds more strategy to the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Drinking_Game\"><\/span>4. Drinking Game<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn Bullshit into a drinking game by adding bullshit card game rules for taking sips or shots when certain conditions are met, like when you get caught in a lie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_play_the_BS_card_game\"><\/span><strong>How do you play the BS card game?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS Card game is played with a regular deck of cards with 2 to 6 players. The main objective of the game is to get rid of all the cards in hand and claim the rank. All cards are played face down and declare a rank on the table. If you suspect someone is lying about their cards, then call \u201cbullshit\u201d to reveal their cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_you_get_to_King_in_BS\"><\/span><strong>What happens when you get to King in BS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When players reach the king in progression, the play continues as usual. King is the next rank in the sequence of cards being played in the game. The player must declare they are playing kings, and other players can call \u201cbullshit\u201d to challenge them to reveal their cards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_cards_do_you_start_with_in_BS\"><\/span><strong>How many cards do you start with in BS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a 2 to 6-player BS game, we generally play with a standard deck of 52 cards. You can choose to play with Joker cards or without Joker cards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_BS_rules\"><\/span><strong>What are BS rules?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS card game rules state some of the major rules of the game. Check some of them below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a 2 to 4-player game, the game is played with a standard deck of 52 cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play continues in a clockwise direction.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The game progresses in rank order, starting from Aces and then looping back to Aces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During the player&#8217;s turn, they must keep one or more cards face down on the table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Players can lie about their cards, and opponents can call \u201cbullshit\u201d to reveal whether they have the cards or not.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The first player to get rid of all their cards wins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_win_at_BS\"><\/span><strong>How do you win at BS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To win at BS, players must discard all their cards. However, if the last card is challenged with \u201cBS,\u201d they must pick a pile if caught bluffing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_objective_of_a_BS_card_game\"><\/span><strong>What is the objective of a BS card game?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main goal of the BS Card game is to get rid of all the cards by playing them in a sequence while being truthful or bluffing. If you get caught, you must reveal cards on being called \u201cBS\u201d in the game. If you are caught, you must pick up the pile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_BS_stand_for_in_card_games\"><\/span><strong>What does BS stand for in card games?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BS stands for Bullshit in the card game. It is played with a standard deck of 52 cards where players have to get rid of all their cards either by bluffing or telling the truth about holding cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_play_BS_with_two_people\"><\/span><strong>Can you play BS with two people?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can play a BS card game with two people. It can be played with 2 to 6 players. The main object of the game is to get rid of all cards in the hand. The player having ace of spades must go first, and then the game advances in a clockwise direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_cards_are_in_a_hand_in_BS\"><\/span><strong>How many cards are in a hand in BS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When there are 5-6 players in the game, each player plays with 6 cards each. Get rid of all your cards by placing them face down while declaring your card&#8217;s rank.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_play_bluff_with_4_players\"><\/span><strong>How to play bluff with 4 players?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Players call out the rank of the cards they are playing bullshit face down, and other opponents can challenge the game by calling \u201cBS\u201d if they think it is a lie.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bullshit card game, sometimes called BS, I Doubt It, or Cheat, is a lively and fun card game that relies heavily on bluffing and &#8230; <a title=\"How to Play BS: Step-by-Step Guide to Play Bullshit Card Game\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/bullshit-card-game\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about How to Play BS: Step-by-Step Guide to Play Bullshit Card Game\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":4119,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4118","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-card-games","infinite-scroll-item","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4118","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4118"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4118\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5568,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4118\/revisions\/5568"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4119"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4118"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4118"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mplgames.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4118"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}