Pass The Bomb

Pass the Bomb · Party / Drinking Penalty Game

JAY Project's Pass the Bomb ticks down on a hidden 5-30 second random fuse with a countdown sound and (on mobile) haptic warning. Whoever is holding the bomb when it explodes takes the penalty — the perfect free party / drinking game.

💣 Great icebreaker for dinners, parties, dates, team offsites, or any small group.

Best Use Cases

🍻 Drinking penalty

"Loser takes a shot" — light penalties keep things moving. The built-in random penalty suggester serves up a different mission each round.

🎉 Icebreaker for new groups

Even with strangers, one round of Pass the Bomb melts the awkwardness. Make the loser introduce themselves or perform a quick mini-mission.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family dinners / couples

Light entertainment after a family meal or on a date — much more interactive than drawing lots.

How to Play

Enter the names of all participants.
When the game starts, a random timer (5-30 s) begins invisibly.
The player holding the bomb must quickly press Pass Bomb to hand it off.
The player holding the bomb when it explodes (BOOM!) loses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the timer really random?

Yes. Each round generates a fresh 5-30 second timer via crypto.getRandomValues, so no pattern can be predicted.

Q. How are penalties decided?

The game includes a random penalty suggester and presets suitable for drinking or party settings. You can also pre-load your own penalty list.

Q. How many people can play?

Anywhere from 2 upward. 4-8 players is the sweet spot, but 10+ works fine.

Q. Will I get a warning before the bomb explodes?

Yes — 1-2 seconds before detonation a countdown sound and (on mobile) haptic vibration kick in. The exact moment still surprises you.

Q. How is this different from a ladder game?

Ladders pre-determine the outcome the moment they're drawn. Pass the Bomb plays out over real time, with constant interaction — far better for drinking or party energy.