How to Play Simon Says

Simon Says is a classic children’s game that can be played by kids of all ages. It’s a fun and interactive game that tests players’ listening and following skills. In this article, we will explain how to set up, play, and score Simon Says.

Setup

To play Simon Says, you will need a group of players and a designated leader, who will be “Simon”. The game is played in an open space, such as a playground or a large room. Players stand in a circle facing Simon.

Scoring

The objective of Simon Says is to follow Simon’s commands correctly without making any mistakes. The players who correctly follow Simon’s commands without making any mistakes will continue to play, while the players who make mistakes will be eliminated. The game continues until only one player remains, that player is the winner.

Objective

The objective of Simon Says is to follow Simon’s commands correctly without making any mistakes. The players who correctly follow Simon’s commands without making any mistakes will continue to play, while the players who make mistakes will be eliminated. The game continues until only one player remains, that player is the winner.

Gameplay

The leader, or “Simon”, gives commands such as “Simon says touch your nose” or “Simon says jump”. The players must only follow the commands that begin with “Simon says”, if Simon doesn’t say “Simon says” and the player performs the action, that player is out. Simon can change the commands and the pace of the game at any time.

Endgame

The game continues until only one player remains, that player is the winner. The winner can either choose to be Simon again or pass it on to another player.

Variations and Alternate Rules

Simon Says can be played with many variations, such as playing with different numbers of players, adding more complex rules, or playing with different sized groups. Alternatively, you can play with different scoring method, like the first player to reach a certain number of points wins.