Pass the Bomb Game
Pass the Bomb is a free browser party game for 3–12 players, rated Easy and suggested for ages 7 and up. Say an answer in the category and pass the phone before the hidden timer runs out. A game takes about 5 min. There is nothing to download and no sign-up.
How to play Pass the Bomb
Light the fuse
Sit in a circle. Tap Light the fuse to reveal the category and start a hidden timer of 15 to 45 seconds.
Answer and pass
Say one answer that fits the category, then hand the phone to the next person. No repeats.
Give the strike
When it blows, tap the name of whoever was holding the phone. Three strikes and that player is out.
Stuck mid-game? Tap ? Help at the top of the game. It shows what to do at the exact step you are on.
Quick facts
- Players
- 3–12
- Time
- 5 min
- Devices
- One shared phone or screen
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Suggested age
- 7+
- Cost
- Free
- Type
- Party games
- Good for
- Family, Kids, Large groups
Pass the Bomb FAQ
How many people can play Pass the Bomb?
Pass the Bomb works with 3–12 players. Add everyone’s name once and the game handles the turns.
How do you play Pass the Bomb?
Light the fuse. Answer and pass. Give the strike. The full steps are on this page, and the Help button inside the game explains each stage as you reach it.
Is Pass the Bomb free? Do I need to download an app?
It is free. It runs in the browser on phones, tablets and laptops. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
How hard is Pass the Bomb, and what age is it for?
Pass the Bomb is rated Easy. Explained in under a minute. No strategy needed, and anyone can join halfway through. The suggested age is 7 and up. That is a guide: younger players can usually join with an adult on their team.
Do we each need a phone for Pass the Bomb?
No. It is built for people in the same room sharing one phone, tablet or laptop.
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