How to Play Blank Slate

Game setup

• Players: Gather 3-8 players, ages 8 and up, to play Blank Slate
• Equipment: Each player needs a dry-erase slate and marker for Blank Slate gameplay
• Scoreboard: Set up a scoreboard to track points in the Blank Slate board game
• Time: A typical Blank Slate game lasts 20-35 minutes

Gameplay

Basic Blank Slate game rules

• Word cue: The Selector draws and reads a Word Cue card aloud to start the Blank Slate round
• Fill in the blank: Players secretly write a word or phrase to complete the cue, following Blank Slate board game instructions
• Reveal answers: Starting with the Selector's left, players reveal their Blank Slate answers one by one
• Scoring: Learn how to play Blank Slate scoring:
  • 3 points for matching exactly one other player
  • 1 point for matching more than one player
  • 0 points for no matches
• Next round: The Selector role passes to the left in Blank Slate

Winning the Blank Slate game

• Victory condition: First player to reach 25 points wins the Blank Slate board game

Tips and variations for how to play Blank Slate

• Remote play: One person can be the "host" and read cards for virtual Blank Slate gameplay
• Flexible rules: Adjust point totals or play a set number of Blank Slate rounds
• Creative thinking: Don't be afraid to use weird or silly words when playing Blank Slate
• Large groups: Use multiple Blank Slate game sets for more than 8 players

FAQ

How many players can play Blank Slate?

Blank Slate can be played with 3-8 players, ages 8 and up. For larger groups, you can use multiple game sets to accommodate more players.

What equipment do I need to play Blank Slate?

To play Blank Slate, each player needs a dry-erase slate and marker. You'll also need the Blank Slate game cards and a scoreboard to track points.

How do you score points in Blank Slate?

In Blank Slate, players score 3 points for matching exactly one other player, 1 point for matching more than one player, and 0 points for no matches.

What are the basic steps to play Blank Slate?

The basic steps to play Blank Slate are: 1) The Selector reads a Word Cue card, 2) Players secretly write a word to complete the cue, 3) Answers are revealed, 4) Points are scored, and 5) The Selector role passes to the left for the next round.

How do you win a game of Blank Slate?

To win Blank Slate, a player must be the first to reach 25 points. You can adjust this total or play a set number of rounds for different game variations.