Like Herding Cats

Like Herding Cats is a cooperative charades-style party game where everyone wears oversized cat-mask blindfolds to act out clues. The masks take the pressure off nervous performers and add a guaranteed dose of silliness — making it a great icebreaker for mixed groups.

Each round, the acting cats are given one of two similar clues to mime. The rest of the group — the herders — watch, group the cats by what they think they're acting, and try to guess correctly. Play through five rounds and work together to win as many cards as possible.

What's good?

• The cat-mask blindfolds make acting feel low-stakes and genuinely funny
• Cooperative format means no one is singled out or eliminated
• Quick to learn and easy to get going with any group
• Works brilliantly as a warm-up game or after-dinner activity

Who is it for?

• ✔ Families with kids aged 10 and up
• ✔ Party hosts looking for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser
• ✔ Groups who want something active and social
• ✖ Not ideal for players who prefer quiet, strategic games

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