Liar’s Bar: How to Play Liar’s Dice

Liar's Bar: How to Play Liar's Dice

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for online games that bring people together, I’ve recently stumbled upon a gem called Liar’s Bar. This simple yet captivating game of deception, where strangers from across the globe gather to play and bluff, has quickly become one of my favorites. The game’s simplicity is its strength – anyone with an internet connection can jump in and have a blast!


The Liar’s Game is an enjoyable deception challenge you can engage in online with both strangers and acquaintances. Its straightforward nature allows easy participation, making it accessible to anyone with a computer and internet access, ready for some friendly bluffing.

The game offers two play styles: Liar’s Deck and Liar’s Dice. The more recent addition to these, Liar’s Dice, features some distinct differences compared to the original mode. At its core, it’s all about bluffing, with an element of randomness, but it’s important to consider a strategic approach when playing.

How Does Liar’s Dice Work

Liar's Bar: How to Play Liar's Dice

In Liar’s Dice, the game seems straightforward at first sight. At the beginning of every round, each player gets a set of five six-faced dice and rolls them. After that, one player makes a bet by specifying a number on the dice and an estimated total count of this number across all players’ dice. During each turn, either the number or the total count must be increased.

To begin a game’s round, a player may initially declare that there are at least twice four cards (x2 of 4s) visible on the table. The following player must then make a higher declaration, which could involve more of the same card (e.g., x3 of 4s), or the same quantity but with a higher-valued card (e.g., x2 of 5s).

In this context, the importance lies more with the amount rather than the individual values. This means that players have the option to bid lower face values if they wish to increase the quantity. For instance, if the initial bid was three sixes (x3 6’s), the following player could alter it to four ones (x4 1’s) if desired.

As a gamer, I move my turn in a circular fashion, with the next player holding the unique power to question any specific bid. If anyone decides to question a bid, the game tallies up the exact amount of the bid without any adjustments.

If the sum of the face values exceeds or equals the bid amount, the one who made the challenge must drink a vial of poison. Conversely, if the total face value is less than the bid amount, the individual who placed the bid will be required to consume a vial of poison.

In this adaptation of the Liar’s Dice game, players are given two opportunities. The first instance requires them to consume a vial containing poison. Their physical appearance then gradually weakens as an effect. If a player makes a mistake for a second time, they must drink another vial, which results in their elimination from the game.

How to Start a Game of Liar’s Dice

Liar's Bar: How to Play Liar's Dice

At Liar’s Bar, there isn’t an automated matchmaking system. Instead, players must actively seek out and join rooms or establish their own. They can participate in public games managed by other players who have open spaces, or they can take the initiative to create their own games as hosts.

When you enter another player’s game room (lobby), you don’t have the ability to switch the game type, as it is the host who decides what kind of game their lobby plays. However, if you create your own lobby, you can invite friends or make it open for anyone to join freely. As a host, you’ll find an option at the top of your screen where you can select between Liar’s Deck and Liar’s Dice to determine which game mode you want to play.

General Strategy When Playing Liar’s Dice

Liar's Bar: How to Play Liar's Dice

When four players are engaged in a game with a full lobby, a total of 20 dice will be in play until one participant consumes two vials of poison. The mathematics and probabilities associated with these dice can be intricate, and since the game involves bluffing, there’s usually not enough time for calculations. Therefore, you must rely on your intuition and some basic rules to make informed decisions during the gameplay.

  • Probability for Calling Bluffs: The probability that any face value appears more than 6 times is less than 1% for a set of 15 dice. This means if the bid ever exceeds 6 plus the amount of the bid face value in your hand, you can confidently call the bluff.
  • Choosing Your Own Bluffs: When it’s your turn to raise the bid, you should always choose the number you have the most. You can bid 2 more than the amount you hold with confidence, regardless of what the other players are bidding.
  • Communication: Talking to the other players in the lobby and convincing them is a surprisingly good strategy in amateur bluff games.
  • Have Fun: There are no real stakes or rewards for playing this game. If you win, you do get a few points that can lead to a rank up for you, but there isn’t any penalty for losing, and getting a higher rank doesn’t mean much either. The core of the game is meeting new people, playing a couple of games with them, and having fun.
  • Endgame: For the final rounds, there are only two people, meaning just five unknown dice. In this case, the expected number of matching numbers is much lower. Keep that in mind when bluffing, or calling the other person’s bluffs. A bid of six 2’s is either a massive bluff, or the other person has five 2’s. Choose your next move depending on the other opponent’s personality and previous record.

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2024-10-12 16:24