Cup Reshuffle

A Race of Steady Hands #

A fast-paced dexterity game where players race to cycle a marked cup through their stack without dropping it.

How to Play #

Each player receives a stack of cups, with the bottom cup marked. Holding the stack mid-air using only one hand, players must take the top cup and move it to the bottom, repeating the process until the marked cup reaches the top. Once the marked cup is at the top, players must continue moving the top cup to the bottom until the marked cup returns to its original position. The first player to successfully complete the full cycle without dropping their stack wins.

Rules #

One-Handed Hold: The hand supporting the stack cannot assist in moving the cups.

Dropping the Stack: If a player drops their stack, they must restart from the beginning.

Proper Order: Players must follow the correct sequence, moving one cup at a time.

Tie-Breakers: In case of a tie, the first player who fully resets their stack wins.

Materials #

Materials Required

• Plastic Cups – Each player needs a stack (recommended: 10-15 cups per stack).

• Markers or Stickers – To mark the bottom cup.

Setup #

Setup Instructions:

1. Distribute the cups to each player.

2. Mark the bottom cup in each stack.

3. Ensure players understand the rules before starting.