Looking for a fun, weird, and revealing game to play with friends? The “Put a Finger Down” challenge is a classic—and it gets even better when you throw in some wild, unexpected prompts! It’s not just about sharing secrets; it’s about learning those strange, quirky, and downright bizarre details that make each of us unique. So, gather around, get ready to laugh, gasp, and maybe feel a little embarrassed because this version of the challenge brings out the wild side.
How to Play “Put a Finger Down”
The game itself is simple: each player starts with ten fingers up. One person begins by saying a statement starting with “Put a finger down if…” followed by a prompt. If that statement applies to you, put a finger down. Keep going until someone has all their fingers down—or until you’re all laughing too hard to continue. It’s a game that lets you learn strange things about each other while having a blast.
Here are some weird and wonderful ideas for “Put a Finger Down” questions that are sure to get everyone talking.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Done Something Embarrassing in Public
Ever had an accidental slip-up in front of a crowd? We all have those cringe moments, and sharing them is half the fun. Some great prompts for this include:
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever tripped on a flat surface and tried to play it cool.
- Put a finger down if you’ve waved back at someone who wasn’t waving at you.
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever walked into the wrong restroom.
These types of prompts are guaranteed to bring laughs because they’re the kinds of things we’ve all been through but rarely talk about.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Tried Something Totally Weird
This round is perfect for those with an adventurous spirit. It’s all about uncovering who’s done the strange, the unusual, and the downright bizarre.
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever eaten something you knew you shouldn’t (like an oddly-shaped leaf).
- Put a finger down if you’ve stayed up all night to watch a TV marathon or binge-watch a weird documentary.
- Put a finger down if you’ve tried communicating with an animal and expected it to reply.
With these prompts, you’ll discover who’s truly the adventurous (or just plain curious) type in the group.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Made a Strange Purchase
Everyone has that one weird item in their closet or on their shelf that they can’t quite explain. These questions are for discovering those peculiar buys:
- Put a finger down if you’ve bought something just because it was shiny.
- Put a finger down if you own an item of clothing you never plan to wear in public.
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever bought a gadget you didn’t need, just because it looked cool.
This one can reveal surprising and hilarious insights into everyone’s shopping habits and hidden quirks.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Done Something Completely Random
Life is full of those random, unexplainable moments, and this is the time to bring them to light. Here are some prompts for those spontaneous souls:
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever tried dancing in the rain like in the movies.
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever talked to yourself in public by accident.
- Put a finger down if you’ve sung in a weird voice just to make someone laugh.
These questions tap into the impulsive, silly side of everyone—and they’re sure to create some good-natured laughs.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Got a Secret Talent
Everyone has a hidden talent or weird skill, right? Now’s the time to uncover them with these prompts:
- Put a finger down if you can wiggle your ears.
- Put a finger down if you have a knack for remembering weird facts or trivia.
- Put a finger down if you can make weird animal sounds.
These questions are great for getting to know the quirky skills each friend has and maybe even witnessing a few demonstrations.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Done Something Out of Curiosity
Curiosity often leads us to strange places, and these questions are designed to reveal those “just because” moments:
- Put a finger down if you’ve googled something completely random in the middle of the night.
- Put a finger down if you’ve tried something just because you saw it on the internet.
- Put a finger down if you’ve made a funny face at yourself in the mirror just to see what you look like.
These questions will remind everyone of those strange little habits we do when no one’s watching.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Experienced a Bizarre Coincidence
Everyone has those odd moments in life that feel like they’re straight out of a movie. With these prompts, you’ll find out who has the strangest coincidence stories to tell:
- Put a finger down if you’ve thought about someone just before they called or texted you.
- Put a finger down if you’ve run into someone you know in the most unexpected place.
- Put a finger down if you’ve worn the same outfit as a stranger on the same day.
These coincidences are often so out-of-the-blue that they make us laugh, question reality, or even feel like we’re in a parallel universe.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Attempted to Be Psychic
We all like to think we’re a bit intuitive or that we have a sixth sense, and sometimes we try to prove it to ourselves or others. Here are some fun prompts for those “I knew it” moments:
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever made a prediction about something small that actually came true.
- Put a finger down if you’ve guessed someone’s secret without them telling you.
- Put a finger down if you’ve ever thought, “I knew this would happen,” when something surprising happened.
These questions often bring out the stories of our uncanny guesses and predictions, making us wonder if we’re all a little psychic after all.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Done Something Just to See What Would Happen
This round is for those who are curious to the core. These prompts bring out the times when curiosity got the best of us, and we tried something just for the sake of it.
- Put a finger down if you’ve pressed a button you weren’t supposed to just to see what it would do.
- Put a finger down if you’ve mixed weird foods together to see how they taste.
- Put a finger down if you’ve pulled a prank on someone just to see their reaction.
These questions are perfect for uncovering who in the group has a playful, experimental side—and the stories that follow will likely be unforgettable.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Had a “Why Did I Do That?” Moment
We all have those moments that make us stop and question our own decisions. They’re funny in retrospect but strange at the time, and these prompts bring them all to light:
- Put a finger down if you’ve texted the wrong person by accident and immediately regretted it.
- Put a finger down if you’ve tried on something ridiculous in a store for no reason.
- Put a finger down if you’ve eaten something odd because you thought it would be cool or brave.
This round is bound to bring some laughs because everyone has at least one “what was I thinking?” story that’s both embarrassing and hilarious.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Tried to Be the Life of the Party… and It Backfired
We all want to be fun, but sometimes our attempts at being the life of the party end up in cringe-worthy moments. Here’s where those memories come back to life:
- Put a finger down if you’ve told a joke that only you found funny.
- Put a finger down if you’ve attempted a dance move and failed miserably.
- Put a finger down if you’ve tried to start a conversation and realized nobody was listening.
This one brings up those painfully funny moments that happen when we’re just trying to have a good time and end up unintentionally becoming the joke.
Put a Finger Down If You’ve Blurted Out Something Random in a Serious Moment
Ever let your mouth run ahead of your mind? These prompts bring up those moments when you blurted out something totally off-topic or silly in the wrong setting:
- Put a finger down if you’ve laughed or snorted in a quiet room by accident.
- Put a finger down if you’ve answered a question you weren’t asked.
- Put a finger down if you’ve said “you too” when it didn’t make sense (like when a waiter says “enjoy your meal”).
These situations always make people giggle because they remind us of those times when we let our quirky thoughts slip out at the worst possible moment.
This version of the “Put a Finger Down” challenge is bound to be memorable. It’s full of moments that are both cringe-worthy and hilarious, creating an atmosphere where everyone can laugh and share their quirkiest, weirdest sides. Whether you’re playing at a party, on a video call, or with family, these prompts bring out the strangest stories and give everyone a chance to show off the quirky moments that make life a little more fun.
So, the next time you’re looking for a light-hearted way to connect with friends, just remember: a “Put a Finger Down” challenge, with the weirdest prompts you can think of, is always a good choice.