A new round can then begin, either with a new letter or by progressing through the alphabet.įinal Scoring: The game usually consists of several rounds. Scorekeeping: Players tally their points for each round and write them down. The group can decide collectively whether an answer is accepted or not. Players earn points for unique answers that fit the category and start with the chosen letter.Ĭategory Check: Players may engage in a discussion or debate to determine if an answer is valid. If another player or team has the same answer, it gets crossed out and no points are awarded. Scoring: After the timer runs out, players take turns sharing their answers. Each answer should be unique and not duplicated by other players. Players need to come up with answers that begin with the selected letter and fit the categories on the answer sheet.Īnswering: Players quickly write down words or phrases that fit the categories and start with the designated letter. Start the Timer: Set a timer for a specified time limit (usually around 2 minutes) for each round. The letter represents the starting letter for all the answers in that round. The answer sheet contains different categories and numbered spaces for each round.Ĭategories: Roll a die or use a timer to determine the letter that will be used for that round.

Setup: Each player or team needs a pen, a piece of paper, and a Scattergories answer sheet.

Printable scattergories categories list