In a Pickle

SETUP: Shuffle the deck of word cards and place them in a draw pile between both players. Each player starts with an empty hand. Decide who goes first.

GAMEPLAY: On your turn, draw a card from the pile and read the word aloud. Both players must then decide whether the word on your newly drawn card can physically fit INSIDE or OUTSIDE the word card you drew on your previous turn. For example, if you previously drew "GROCERY BAG," you must determine if "PICKLE" could fit inside or outside it.

Players take turns arguing their case. You have 30 seconds to make your pitch using logic, creativity, or humor to convince your opponent. Common sense doesn't apply here—this is about silly, imaginative sizing! For instance, could a PICKLE actually fit in a GROCERY BAG? Sure! But could a WHALE fit in a BATHTUB if you really think about it creatively? Maybe!

After both players present their arguments, the player whose turn it was makes the final ruling: IN or OUT. They score 1 point if the ruling is agreed upon by both players, or 2 points if they convinced the other player to change their mind.

If players cannot reach a decision after discussion, consult the included judgment cards for official rulings, or flip a coin.

WINNING CONDITION: First player to reach 10 points wins the game. Alternatively, play through the entire deck and whoever has the most points at the end is victorious.

NOTE: In a Pickle traditionally supports 2-4 players. The 2-player version uses the same core rules but intensifies head-to-head debate, making it a competitive word-sizing duel rather than a group party game.