Can You Beat Ken? Game Rules

Welcome to the exciting world of “Can You Beat Ken?” – a challenging game that will test your knowledge and strategy! The objective of the game is to answer a series of questions correctly and try to outsmart Ken, the computer opponent.

When the game starts, you will be presented with a question, and you will have to choose the correct answer from the multiple options provided. To select your answer, simply click on the option that you think is right. Be careful, though, as you only have one chance to get it right!

Ken, being a formidable opponent, is not someone to be taken lightly. He has been programmed with a vast amount of knowledge and can answer questions with remarkable accuracy. However, he is not infallible, and there may be times when his answers are not entirely correct. If you believe Ken has made an error, you can challenge his response by clicking on the “Challenge” button.

Here’s how the challenge works: when you challenge Ken’s answer, a panel will appear displaying a question with two possible answers – Ken’s answer and the alternative answer. It is up to you to decide which answer is correct. Choose wisely, as getting it wrong will result in a penalty. If you manage to select the correct answer, you will gain additional points and prove that you can indeed beat Ken!

Throughout the game, you will earn points based on your performance. The more questions you answer correctly, the higher your score will be. At the end of the game, you can compare your score with Ken’s to see if you were able to outsmart him.

So, are you ready to take on the challenge? Put your knowledge to the test and see if you have what it takes to beat Ken!

• 1 Game Board
• 4 Colored Chips
• 1 Spinner Card
• 1 Game Token
• 4 Dry Erase Boards
• 220 Question Cards
• Ken Cut-out & Base
• 4 Dry Erase Pens
• Instructions

What’s the Aim of the Game?

The aim is to be the first player to win $2,600,000.

How to Set Up the Game?

• First, open up the game board.
• Next, stack the cards with the question side facing up.
• Then, insert the cut-out of Ken into its base and place it at the Start position on Ken’s yellow Money Track.
• After that, each player should choose a colored Money Track on the board.
• Make sure each player puts a color-matching chip on the Start position of their Money Track.
• Finally, place the game token on the Start mark of the Game Path.

Let’s Play the Game

I’m gonna start the game, and if there’s any disagreement, the youngest player will go first. We’ll take turns clockwise, and Ken will go last (it’s the first player’s responsibility to move Ken during the game).

The first player will spin the spinner and move the game token the number of spaces indicated on the Game Path.

Remember: Only move along the curved paths in a clockwise direction.

When I play the game, I spin a card. This card shows me how many spaces I need to move and what the spin is worth. The spin could be Regular, Double, Triple, Challenge 1-on-1, or Challenge All. If the arrow points to “Regular”, a correct answer will give me $100,000.

So here’s how it works: When it’s your turn to spin, the player on your right will grab the top card from the deck. Then, they’ll read the question that matches the colored dot under the game token. And you have to listen up, ’cause it’s your job to answer! Pretty straightforward, right?

1. Okay, here’s how we play this game. We all write down our answers on our own whiteboard. Take your time, but remember we only have one minute.
2. Once everyone has their answer, we reveal them all. Then, I’ll read the correct answer from the back of the card.
3. If you got it right, move your chip forward and you earn $100,000 on your Money Track. But if you got it wrong or didn’t answer, you stay where you are and don’t move your chip.
4. Now, pay attention to the answers printed in bold, inside those gray boxes. Those are the answers that even Ken Jennings got wrong. So if you get it right, you move forward, just like the rest of us. If you get it wrong, you stay where you are, also like the rest of us.

Every time I manage to answer correctly and Ken gets it wrong, I benefit by moving forward an extra space and receiving a $100K bonus. This applies in all situations, whether it’s a Regular, Double, Triple or Challenge round. It’s a nice little perk that adds some excitement and incentive to the game.

Once all the players, including Ken, have moved their chips, the spinner is passed on to the next player on the left. This keeps the game flowing smoothly and ensures that everyone has a chance to participate. We continue playing in a clockwise direction, taking turns and enjoying the challenge.

These small details may not seem important at first glance, but they really make a difference in the overall experience of the game. They add an extra layer of excitement and keep things interesting. So next time you’re playing, keep these rules in mind and make the most of your chance to outsmart Ken and come out on top!

When the Spinner Points to “double”

If you answer the question correctly, you move forward two spaces and earn $200,000. If you answer incorrectly, you stay where you are.

When the Spinner Points to “triple”

If you answer the question correctly, you move your chip forward three spaces and earn $300,000. If you answer incorrectly, you stay where you are.

When the Spinner Points to “challenge 1-on-1”

You can challenge any player, including Ken, when the spinner points to “challenge 1-on-1”. The challenge cannot be refused. Before the question is asked, you must wager one to three spaces ($100,000 to $300,000).

If you answer the question correctly, you move forward the wagered amount on your Money Track. If you answer incorrectly, you move backwards the wagered amount and the round is over.

When the Spinner Points to “challenge All”

Get ready for the Spinning Player, the ultimate challenge that no one can refuse. You won’t want to miss out!

Here’s how it works: before the question is asked, the Spinning Player will make a daring wager of one to three spaces, which translates to $100,000 to $300,000. Talk about high stakes!

If you answer the question correctly, you’ll move forward on your Money Track, gaining the amount you wagered. But watch out, if you get it wrong, you’ll have to move backward. It’s a risky game, but the rewards are worth it.

Last Turn

Now, when it comes to the last turn, things get interesting. Ken, you’re up! But don’t worry, any player can spin for you. If the spinner lands on Regular, Double, or Triple, it’s business as usual.

However, if the spinner points to Challenge 1-on-1 or Challenge All, get ready for a real showdown. In this round, every player is included, and Ken, you automatically wager three spaces, which is a whopping $300,000. The rules from number 6 “Challenge All” turns are applied here. It’s all or nothing!

“Can you beat Ken?” Spaces

Hey there! So, picture this – you’re playing a game and you happen to land on a game space with a star-shaped dot. Guess what? It’s time for a “Challenge Ken” question! You get to go head-to-head with Ken, the ultimate challenger. Oh, and here’s the twist – you get to determine the wager! It’s all up to you!

But wait, there’s more! If you land on a space that says “Can you Beat Ken?” and you spin either the Challenge 1-on-1 or Challenge All, every player in the game automatically gets to join in on the challenge. And guess what? You still get to decide the wager! How cool is that?

Now, here’s the best part. When Ken himself lands on the “Can you Beat Ken?” space, it’s a “Challenge All” round. In this round, the wager is worth three spaces. Same challenge rules apply, including the awesome bonus of $100K that winning players receive when they manage to beat Ken. Can you imagine the excitement?

Bonuses

Let’s talk about bonuses, shall we? Here’s how it works. When you land on a space that perfectly matches the color of your Money Track background, you’re in luck! You immediately receive a bonus of $300,000! That’s like getting three whole spaces on your Money Track. How awesome is that? So keep an eye out for those matching backgrounds!

So, here’s how the game goes: It’s my turn as the player, and I roll the spinner to determine my move. The value on the spinner tells me how far I can advance.

When the Game Ends

Now, here’s an important rule: No one can win when it’s not their turn, not even Ken. To win, I have to wait for my turn to come up, whether I’m on a regular round or a challenge round. That means I can’t steal someone else’s victory.

But let’s say it’s my turn and I have a chance to win. It doesn’t matter if it’s a regular round or a challenge round. If I’m the one with the least winnings, I draw the top card and get to pick any question to ask the potential winner.

If the potential winner gives the right answer, they get to move into the $2.6 million “Winner’s Circle,” and the game ends right there. But if Ken wins before anyone else, we keep playing until someone else reaches $2.6 million.

Oh, and here’s a little secret: We made it a bit easier for you to beat Ken Jennings, the all-time TV trivia champ. We gave him a bit of a handicap to level the playing field.