Never Have I Ever: 200+ Questions and Game Rules for Every Occasion

The Basics: How to Play Never Have I Ever

Standard Rules

The fundamental concept of Never Have I Ever is wonderfully straightforward:

1. Group Formation: Players sit in a circle where everyone can see each other.
2. Starting the Game: The first player begins by saying "Never have I ever..." followed by something they have never done.
3. Response Mechanism: Any player who HAS done that thing must indicate so, typically by putting a finger down (starting with all 10 fingers up), taking a sip of their drink (in adult versions), or giving some other predetermined signal.
4. Taking Turns: Play continues clockwise with each person stating something they've never done.
5. Winning Condition: In the fingers-down version, the last person with fingers remaining wins. In other versions, the game may continue for a set number of rounds or until a certain time limit.

Gameplay Etiquette

To ensure everyone has a good time, consider these guidelines:

• Honesty Policy: The game relies on truthful responses for the best experience.
• No Targeting: Avoid statements specifically designed to single out one person.
• Balance Revelations: Mix lighter topics with more revealing ones to maintain a comfortable atmosphere.
• Respect Boundaries: Read the room and adjust the intensity of questions based on the group's comfort level.
• Judgment-Free Zone: Establish that reactions should remain good-natured without shaming or excessive questioning.

Setting Up for Success

Create the ideal environment for your game:

• Comfortable Seating: Arrange seating in a circle where everyone can see each other clearly.
• Minimal Distractions: Reduce background noise and encourage putting phones away.
• Clear Visibility: Ensure adequate lighting so players can see each other's responses.
• Refreshments: Have drinks and snacks available, especially for longer game sessions.
• Question Preparation: Consider having a list of questions ready if you anticipate running out of ideas.

With these basic guidelines established, you're ready to dive into the world of "Never Have I Ever" and discover the surprising experiences (or lack thereof) that make each player unique.

Never Have I Ever Questions: Clean and Family-Friendly

These statements are suitable for all ages and mixed company:

Everyday Experiences

1. Never have I ever fallen asleep in class or at work.
2. Never have I ever forgotten someone's name right after being introduced.
3. Never have I ever laughed so hard that a beverage came out my nose.
4. Never have I ever accidentally sent a text to the wrong person.
5. Never have I ever pretended to know a celebrity I bumped into.
6. Never have I ever taken food out of the trash and eaten it.
7. Never have I ever pretended to be sick to avoid going somewhere.
8. Never have I ever forgotten where I parked my car.
9. Never have I ever walked into a glass door thinking it was open.
10. Never have I ever worn clothes inside out in public without realizing.
11. Never have I ever said "you too" when a waiter said "enjoy your meal."
12. Never have I ever accidentally called a teacher "mom" or "dad."
13. Never have I ever tripped in public and then pretended it was intentional.
14. Never have I ever gotten locked out of my house or car.
15. Never have I ever mistaken a stranger for someone I knew and started a conversation.

Food and Eating

1. Never have I ever eaten an entire pizza by myself.
2. Never have I ever tried escargot (snails).
3. Never have I ever eaten breakfast food for dinner.
4. Never have I ever gone a whole day without eating any vegetables.
5. Never have I ever made a sandwich with unusual ingredients just to try it.
6. Never have I ever eaten food that fell on the floor.
7. Never have I ever hidden vegetables in other food to get someone to eat them.
8. Never have I ever burned something so badly while cooking that it was inedible.
9. Never have I ever eaten ice cream for breakfast.
10. Never have I ever tried a food I thought I would hate but ended up loving.
11. Never have I ever eaten an entire cake or pie by myself.
12. Never have I ever tried a bizarre food combination that actually tasted good.
13. Never have I ever ordered the spiciest thing on a menu to prove I could handle it.
14. Never have I ever gone to a restaurant just for dessert.
15. Never have I ever eaten something without knowing what it was and regretted it.

Travel and Adventure

1. Never have I ever visited another country.
2. Never have I ever gone camping in the wilderness.
3. Never have I ever been on a road trip lasting more than 8 hours.
4. Never have I ever gotten lost while traveling and found something amazing by accident.
5. Never have I ever ridden on a motorcycle.
6. Never have I ever gone hiking in the mountains.
7. Never have I ever been on a cruise.
8. Never have I ever visited a famous landmark and been disappointed by it.
9. Never have I ever gone zip-lining.
10. Never have I ever traveled alone.
11. Never have I ever missed a flight or train.
12. Never have I ever gone swimming in the ocean.
13. Never have I ever slept under the stars.
14. Never have I ever visited more than three states or provinces in a single trip.
15. Never have I ever gone on a trip without planning anything in advance.

School and Learning

1. Never have I ever pulled an all-nighter to finish an assignment.
2. Never have I ever forgotten about a test until the day of.
3. Never have I ever fallen asleep during a lecture or presentation.
4. Never have I ever skipped class to do something more fun.
5. Never have I ever had to give a speech in front of more than 20 people.
6. Never have I ever learned a second language.
7. Never have I ever taken a class just because my friends were in it.
8. Never have I ever accidentally called a teacher by the wrong name.
9. Never have I ever handed in an assignment late.
10. Never have I ever cheated on a test or assignment.
11. Never have I ever forgotten something important at home on a school day.
12. Never have I ever won an academic award or competition.
13. Never have I ever had to change schools in the middle of the year.
14. Never have I ever taught myself a new skill from watching videos online.
15. Never have I ever tried to convince a teacher that my dog ate my homework.

Technology and Media

1. Never have I ever dropped my phone in the toilet.
2. Never have I ever binge-watched an entire season of a show in one day.
3. Never have I ever accidentally liked someone's very old social media post.
4. Never have I ever taken more than 10 selfies in a row trying to get the perfect one.
5. Never have I ever pretended to be on my phone to avoid talking to someone.
6. Never have I ever sent a text to the wrong person.
7. Never have I ever forgotten to mute myself on a video call.
8. Never have I ever spent more than 5 hours playing video games in one sitting.
9. Never have I ever made a playlist for a specific mood or occasion.
10. Never have I ever posted something online that I later regretted.
11. Never have I ever forgotten my password and been locked out of an account.
12. Never have I ever used a filter to improve a photo before posting it.
13. Never have I ever stayed up way too late because I was caught in an internet rabbit hole.
14. Never have I ever accidentally called someone while my phone was in my pocket.
15. Never have I ever cleared my browsing history because it was embarrassing.

Never Have I Ever Questions: Teen-Friendly

These statements work well for teenage groups without crossing into inappropriate territory:

Social Situations

1. Never have I ever had a crush on a friend's sibling.
2. Never have I ever pretended to like a movie or show just because my friends did.
3. Never have I ever faked being sick to avoid a social event.
4. Never have I ever had someone I didn't like have a crush on me.
5. Never have I ever accidentally said "I love you" to someone.
6. Never have I ever had someone else read my personal messages or diary.
7. Never have I ever been caught talking about someone who was standing right behind me.
8. Never have I ever pretended to know a celebrity someone mentioned just to fit in.
9. Never have I ever had a wardrobe malfunction in public.
10. Never have I ever walked around with something stuck in my teeth without knowing it.
11. Never have I ever been set up on a blind date.
12. Never have I ever been friend-zoned by someone I liked.
13. Never have I ever accidentally sent a screenshot of a conversation to the person I was talking about.
14. Never have I ever had a secret admirer.
15. Never have I ever been caught in a white lie by my parents or teachers.

Fun and Entertainment

1. Never have I ever stayed up all night at a sleepover.
2. Never have I ever cried during a movie and tried to hide it.
3. Never have I ever pretended to understand a joke that I didn't get.
4. Never have I ever performed in front of an audience (music, dance, theater, etc.).
5. Never have I ever gone to a concert alone.
6. Never have I ever created a fake social media account.
7. Never have I ever tried to learn a TikTok dance.
8. Never have I ever had a crush on a fictional character.
9. Never have I ever tried to learn a musical instrument and given up.
10. Never have I ever laughed at a serious moment when I shouldn't have.
11. Never have I ever had a celebrity follow me or respond to me online.
12. Never have I ever gone viral online (even in a small way).
13. Never have I ever binge-watched a show my parents wouldn't want me watching.
14. Never have I ever been too scared to finish a horror movie.
15. Never have I ever spent all day in my pajamas watching shows.

School Life

1. Never have I ever had a crush on a teacher.
2. Never have I ever been sent to the principal's office.
3. Never have I ever missed the school bus.
4. Never have I ever gotten detention.
5. Never have I ever forgotten about a major assignment until the night before.
6. Never have I ever had my phone confiscated in class.
7. Never have I ever fallen asleep during a test.
8. Never have I ever had a teacher call my parents for something I did.
9. Never have I ever gotten a grade that made me cry.
10. Never have I ever been caught passing notes in class.
11. Never have I ever forgotten to study for a test and somehow passed anyway.
12. Never have I ever participated in a school prank.
13. Never have I ever had a crush on the same person as my friend.
14. Never have I ever pretended to be sick to get out of a school presentation.
15. Never have I ever kept a late assignment secret from my parents.

Minor Rebellions

1. Never have I ever snuck out of the house.
2. Never have I ever told a lie that snowballed out of control.
3. Never have I ever stayed up past 3am without my parents knowing.
4. Never have I ever kept a secret from my best friend.
5. Never have I ever pretended to be someone else online.
6. Never have I ever read someone else's diary or journal.
7. Never have I ever snuck food into a movie theater.
8. Never have I ever blamed my sibling for something I did.
9. Never have I ever used my parents' credit card without permission.
10. Never have I ever snuck a forbidden pet into my house.
11. Never have I ever eavesdropped on a conversation I wasn't supposed to hear.
12. Never have I ever broken something valuable and not told anyone.
13. Never have I ever said I was staying at a friend's house but went somewhere else.
14. Never have I ever hidden something in my room my parents wouldn't approve of.
15. Never have I ever skipped class but stayed on school grounds.

Embarrassing Moments

1. Never have I ever practiced kissing with an inanimate object.
2. Never have I ever sent a text meant for someone else to my crush.
3. Never have I ever walked out of a bathroom with toilet paper stuck to my shoe.
4. Never have I ever called a teacher "mom" or "dad" accidentally.
5. Never have I ever been caught singing dramatically when I thought I was alone.
6. Never have I ever had food stuck in my teeth for hours without knowing.
7. Never have I ever walked into a pole or door while looking at my phone.
8. Never have I ever had my pants rip in public.
9. Never have I ever said "you too" when it didn't make sense (like when a waiter says "enjoy your meal").
10. Never have I ever tripped and fallen in front of my crush.
11. Never have I ever had someone point out that my zipper was down in public.
12. Never have I ever accidentally liked a really old post while stalking someone's social media.
13. Never have I ever been caught staring at someone I found attractive.
14. Never have I ever accidentally sent a screenshot of a conversation to the person I was talking about.
15. Never have I ever had my parents walk in during an embarrassing moment.

Never Have I Ever Questions: For Adult Parties

These statements are designed for adult gatherings and may include more mature themes:

Dating and Relationships

1. Never have I ever gone on a blind date.
2. Never have I ever dated more than one person at the same time.
3. Never have I ever snooped through a partner's phone.
4. Never have I ever pretended to like a hobby or interest to impress someone I was dating.
5. Never have I ever used a dating app.
6. Never have I ever fallen asleep during a date.
7. Never have I ever dated someone my friends or family strongly disapproved of.
8. Never have I ever ghosted someone after several dates.
9. Never have I ever said "I love you" without meaning it.
10. Never have I ever gone back to an ex.
11. Never have I ever had a crush on a friend's significant other.
12. Never have I ever lied about my age to someone I was interested in.
13. Never have I ever dated someone primarily because they were financially well-off.
14. Never have I ever faked enjoyment of a terrible home-cooked meal made by a date.
15. Never have I ever intentionally made someone jealous.

Work and Career

1. Never have I ever called in sick when I wasn't actually ill.
2. Never have I ever had a work crush.
3. Never have I ever fallen asleep during a meeting.
4. Never have I ever lied on my resume.
5. Never have I ever taken office supplies home for personal use.
6. Never have I ever sent a work email that I immediately regretted.
7. Never have I ever complained about a colleague to another colleague.
8. Never have I ever cried at work.
9. Never have I ever shown up to work still intoxicated from the night before.
10. Never have I ever pretended to work while actually doing something else entirely.
11. Never have I ever blamed a mistake on a coworker.
12. Never have I ever eaten someone else's lunch from the office refrigerator.
13. Never have I ever had a job I absolutely hated but stayed for the money.
14. Never have I ever accidentally sent a personal message on a work platform.
15. Never have I ever gotten caught in a lie by my boss.

Life Experiences

1. Never have I ever gone skinny dipping.
2. Never have I ever been kicked out of a bar or restaurant.
3. Never have I ever traveled to another country alone.
4. Never have I ever gotten a tattoo I later regretted.
5. Never have I ever gone bungee jumping or skydiving.
6. Never have I ever shoplifted.
7. Never have I ever been handcuffed (for any reason).
8. Never have I ever been in a physical fight as an adult.
9. Never have I ever attended a protest or rally.
10. Never have I ever won more than $100 gambling.
11. Never have I ever gone more than three days without showering.
12. Never have I ever spent more than $1,000 on a spontaneous purchase.
13. Never have I ever slept on the street or been homeless.
14. Never have I ever performed on stage in front of more than 100 people.
15. Never have I ever fainted or passed out in public.

Food and Drink

1. Never have I ever eaten an entire pint of ice cream in one sitting.
2. Never have I ever mixed alcoholic drinks with disastrous results.
3. Never have I ever cooked a meal for more than 10 people.
4. Never have I ever sent food back at a restaurant.
5. Never have I ever drunk straight from the milk/juice container in the fridge.
6. Never have I ever hidden food from others in my household.
7. Never have I ever drunk an entire bottle of wine by myself.
8. Never have I ever gone dumpster diving for food.
9. Never have I ever taken home leftover food from a hotel breakfast buffet.
10. Never have I ever eaten something exotic like insects, alligator, or snake.
11. Never have I ever pretended to love a gift of food that I actually hated.
12. Never have I ever gone on a crash diet that lasted less than a week.
13. Never have I ever eaten food that was more than a month past its expiration date.
14. Never have I ever lied about being allergic to a food just because I didn't like it.
15. Never have I ever put ketchup on a fine dining meal.

Personal Secrets

1. Never have I ever gone through someone else's belongings without their knowledge.
2. Never have I ever pretended to know about a topic to impress someone.
3. Never have I ever stalked an ex on social media.
4. Never have I ever faked an accent to seem more interesting.
5. Never have I ever taken credit for someone else's work or idea.
6. Never have I ever lied about having read a classic book or seen a famous movie.
7. Never have I ever pretended to be busy to avoid a social obligation.
8. Never have I ever secretly disliked a gift but pretended to love it.
9. Never have I ever said "I'm on my way" when I haven't even left yet.
10. Never have I ever created a fake social media account to check on someone.
11. Never have I ever pretended to know a celebrity or famous person.
12. Never have I ever canceled plans because something better came up.
13. Never have I ever had a secret I've never told anyone.
14. Never have I ever intentionally eavesdropped on an interesting conversation.
15. Never have I ever practiced what I was going to say before making a phone call.

Creative Game Variations

The "Most Likely" Twist

Add a new dimension with this engaging variation:

• Statement Format: Instead of "Never have I ever," use "Who is most likely to..."
• Response Method: On the count of three, everyone points to the person they think is most likely to have done the thing.
• Scoring System: The person with the most fingers pointing at them must explain if the assumption is correct or not.
• Alternative Version: The person with the most fingers pointing at them either drinks (for adult parties) or loses a point/puts a finger down.
• Discussion Element: This creates natural conversation about why people made their choices.

The "Categories" Edition

Structure the game around specific themes:

• Theme Selection: Choose categories like "Travel," "Childhood," "Food Adventures," etc.
• Rotation System: Cycle through different categories each round.
• Preparation: Prepare category-specific questions in advance for smoother play.
• Visual Organization: Use color-coded cards for different categories.
• Progressive Difficulty: Start with lighter categories and move to more revealing ones as the game progresses.

The "Truth Reveal" Version

For groups seeking deeper connections:

• Extended Sharing: When players indicate they have done something, the person with the most interesting story explains their experience.
• Question Opportunity: Allow a brief Q&A about particularly intriguing reveals.
• Voting System: Group votes on which story they want to hear most when multiple people have done something.
• Connection Focus: This variation creates more meaningful conversations and connections.
• Time Management: Consider using a timer to keep stories concise and the game moving.

The "Dare Addition" Hybrid

Combine elements of Truth or Dare:

• Rule Modification: If you've done what's stated, you can either admit it or perform a dare.
• Dare Bank: Create a stack of pre-written dares that players can draw from.
• Challenge Scaling: Make dares increasingly challenging as the game progresses.
• Group Collaboration: Let the group collectively decide on appropriate dares for specific reveals.
• Choice Element: This adds strategic decision-making to the game.

The "Digital Edition"

Adapt for online play with friends:

• Platform Selection: Use video conferencing tools where everyone can see each other clearly.
• Visual Signaling: Establish clear visual cues (like holding up objects or using reaction emojis).
• Turn Management: Use a predetermined order or online randomizer to select who goes next.
• Shared Experience: Focus on questions that work well in a virtual environment.
• Technical Considerations: Have backup plans for connection issues or technical difficulties.

These variations can be mixed and matched to create the perfect game experience for your specific group and occasion.

Tips for an Unforgettable Never Have I Ever Experience

Reading Your Audience

Adapt your game to the specific group dynamic:

• Age Consideration: Ensure questions are appropriate for the youngest participants.
• Relationship Assessment: Choose more revealing questions for close friends, lighter ones for newer acquaintances.
• Cultural Awareness: Be mindful of different cultural backgrounds and potential sensitivities.
• Energy Monitoring: Observe group energy and adjust question intensity accordingly.
• Comfort Prioritization: Watch for non-verbal cues indicating discomfort and pivot if needed.

Crafting Great Questions

Guidelines for creating compelling statements:

• Balance Distribution: Aim for questions where roughly 30-50% of players will have done the thing.
• Avoid Obscurity: Overly specific experiences make for less engaging gameplay.
• Mix Lighthearted and Deep: Balance funny experiences with more meaningful revelations.
• Cultural Relevance: Include experiences related to current trends or popular culture.
• Personal Touch: Draw from your own experiences to create authentic questions.

Managing Group Dynamics

Strategies for smooth gameplay:

• Inclusive Encouragement: Ensure quieter participants have equal opportunity to contribute.
• Conflict Prevention: Be prepared to redirect if questions lead to tensions or arguments.
• Balance Participation: If someone is consistently the only one putting a finger down, adjust question types.
• Judgment Management: Establish and maintain a non-judgmental atmosphere throughout play.
• Pace Control: Keep the game moving at an engaging speed without rushing meaningful moments.

Creating Memorable Moments

Elements that elevate the experience:

• Surprise Questions: Include unexpected topics that create genuine reactions.
• Story Encouragement: Allow brief elaboration on particularly interesting reveals.
• Documentation Option: Consider recording (with permission) or noting particularly funny moments.
• Inside Joke Development: Build on revelations that could become group references.
• Follow-Up Connections: Use revelations as starting points for future conversations or activities.

The most successful "Never Have I Ever" sessions balance structure with spontaneity, allowing the unique personalities and experiences of the players to shine while maintaining a comfortable atmosphere for everyone involved.