Quick answer
To play Million Dollars But… The Game, players take turns being the Judge and reading a scenario card aloud; everyone else secretly bids on how much they would accept to do that thing, and the Judge picks the funniest or most outrageous answer.
What You Need to Start
The game comes with scenario cards and bidding tokens. You need at least three players to get the full effect—more players mean more creative and absurd bids. There are no complex rules or lengthy setup, so you can jump right in.
The Role of the Judge
Each round, one player acts as the Judge. The Judge reads a scenario card that presents a ridiculous or uncomfortable situation, like "Would you eat a live spider for a million dollars?" The Judge does not bid in that round—they decide which bid is the most entertaining or fitting.
Step-by-Step Gameplay
- Choose a Judge and Draw a Scenario Card: The Judge draws one scenario card from the deck and reads it aloud to all players. The card describes a bizarre or uncomfortable task. Make sure the Judge reads the card clearly so everyone understands the scenario. A common mistake is rushing through the card—take a moment to let the absurdity sink in.
- Players Secretly Bid: Each player (except the Judge) uses their bidding tokens to secretly bid an amount they would accept to do the task. Bids can be any amount, but the goal is to be the most convincing or funny, not necessarily the highest. Bids are secret, so keep your token hidden. A common mistake is accidentally revealing your bid—use your hand or a napkin to cover it.
- Judge Reveals and Selects the Winner: All players reveal their bids simultaneously. The Judge then chooses the bid they find most entertaining, creative, or fitting—not necessarily the highest. The winning player keeps their bid token as a point. The Judge's decision is subjective, so don't argue. A common mistake is assuming the highest bid always wins—the Judge can pick any bid they like.
- Rotate the Judge Role: After each round, the Judge role passes to the next player clockwise. Continue playing until you decide to stop or until a player reaches a certain number of points. Keep track of points if you want a winner. A common mistake is forgetting to pass the Judge token—use a physical item like a hat to mark the current Judge.
Product facts
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MILLION DOLLARS, BUT... THE GAME: Million Dollars, But… The Game is based on Rooster Teeth's comedy series and tests your morals and limits with the question "Would you _________ for a million dollars?" This means every round forces players to weigh their personal boundaries against a hypothetical fortune, leading to hilarious and revealing discussions.
MILLION DOLLARS, BUT... THE GAME
