Never Have I Ever: 120+ Best Questions (Spicy & Party)

Whether you are looking to break the ice with new coworkers or trying to uncover the deepest secrets of your best friends, “Never Have I Ever” remains the gold standard of social games. This list provides 120 carefully curated questions to ensure your next gathering is anything but generic.

How to Play Like a Pro

Before we dive into the prompts, let’s get the logistics out of the way. You can adapt the game to your specific group vibe using these two popular methods:

The 10 Fingers Method (Classic) Everyone holds up ten fingers. A player reads a “Never have I ever…” statement. If you have done the action, you put one finger down. The last person with fingers remaining wins. This is great for family-friendly gatherings or casual hangouts.

The Drinking Method (Party Style) Simple and effective: when a prompt is read, anyone who is “guilty” takes a sip of their drink. It’s a faster-paced version that helps lower inhibitions and gets the stories flowing quickly.

Pro-Tip: If you want to keep the energy high, implement a “No Hesitation” rule. If someone takes too long to decide if they’ve done it, they have to share the full story as a penalty!

Tier 1: The Casual Icebreakers

This section is perfect for professional settings, office parties, or meeting new people. These prompts focus on universal daily habits and “safe” mishaps that everyone shares without the risk of an HR meeting.

Relatable Daily Habits

• Never have I ever talked to myself while alone.
• Never have I ever pretended to be on my phone to avoid someone.
• Never have I ever eaten a whole bag of chips in one sitting.
• Never have I ever googled myself to see what comes up.
• Never have I ever worn pajamas all day while working from home.
• Never have I ever sung in the shower at the top of my lungs.
• Never have I ever re-watched a TV series more than three times.
• Never have I ever laughed at my own joke when no one else did.
• Never have I ever tried to push a door that clearly said pull.
• Never have I ever spent over three hours scrolling on social media.
• Never have I ever eaten breakfast food for dinner.
• Never have I ever talked to a pet like they were a human.
• Never have I ever forgotten why I walked into a room.
• Never have I ever tried a “life hack” that failed miserably.
• Never have I ever stayed up all night to finish a book or show.
• Never have I ever accidentally liked a post from three years ago.
• Never have I ever pretended to know a song that I didn’t.
• Never have I ever had a “brain fog” moment in public.
• Never have I ever used a filter to make a photo look better.
• Never have I ever lied about being busy to stay home.

School and Professional Soft Fails

• Never have I ever fallen asleep in a class or lecture.
• Never have I ever sent an email and realized there was a typo immediately.
• Never have I ever forgotten a coworker’s name during a meeting.
• Never have I ever been late for a Zoom call because of technical issues.
• Never have I ever muted myself on a call and kept talking.
• Never have I ever “dressed up” from the waist up for a video meeting.
• Never have I ever accidentally sent a message to the wrong group chat.
• Never have I ever cheated on a board game.
• Never have I ever fallen asleep in the library.
• Never have I ever used “per my last email” to be passive-aggressive.
• Never have I ever tripped in public and played it off as a dance.
• Never have I ever forgotten where I parked my car in a mall.
• Never have I ever waved at a stranger who I thought was a friend.
• Never have I ever pretended to have read a book everyone was talking about.
• Never have I ever lied about my age to get a discount.
• Never have I ever worn two different socks by accident.
• Never have I ever walked into a glass door.
• Never have I ever had my stomach growl in a dead-silent room.
• Never have I ever used a library card to try and pay for something.
• Never have I ever gotten lost in my own hometown.

Tier 2: The Risky Zone

Now we are moving into social friction. These questions are best for friends who have spent some time together. We focus on dating blunders and minor “crimes” that reveal your true character.

Dating and Romance Mishaps

• Never have I ever ghosted someone after a few dates.
• Never have I ever looked up a date’s social media before meeting them.
• Never have I ever had a crush on a friend’s sibling.
• Never have I ever gone on a date just for the free food.
• Never have I ever lied about my height on a dating app profile.
• Never have I ever been caught checking my phone during a date.
• Never have I ever sent a “risky text” and then put my phone away in fear.
• Never have I ever practiced a break-up speech in the mirror.
• Never have I ever gotten back with an ex I said I’d never talk to again.
• Never have I ever been stood up at a restaurant.
• Never have I ever used a cheesy pick-up line in real life.
• Never have I ever had a nightmare about an ex-partner.
• Never have I ever forgotten a date’s name while I was with them.
• Never have I ever flirted with someone to get a discount.
• Never have I ever accidentally called a partner by an ex’s name.
• Never have I ever stayed in a relationship just because I was bored.
• Never have I ever snooped through a partner’s phone.
• Never have I ever been caught in a lie by a significant other.
• Never have I ever dated two people at the same time.
• Never have I ever pretended to be busy to avoid a second date.

Questionable Choices and High Stakes

• Never have I ever lied on a professional resume.
• Never have I ever stolen a coworker’s lunch from the office fridge.
• Never have I ever faked being sick to attend a concert or event.
• Never have I ever cheated on a test in high school or college.
• Never have I ever been sent to the principal’s office.
• Never have I ever forged a parent’s signature on a document.
• Never have I ever been fired from a job.
• Never have I ever looked for a new job while sitting at my current desk.
• Never have I ever ignored a call from my boss on the weekend.
• Never have I ever cried in a public or office bathroom.
• Never have I ever used a fake ID to get into a venue.
• Never have I ever stolen a road sign or street marker.
• Never have I ever been kicked out of a store or restaurant.
• Never have I ever used someone else’s toothbrush in an emergency.
• Never have I ever cut my own hair and regretted it immediately.
• Never have I ever gotten a tattoo that I now want to get removed.
• Never have I ever realized I had no money after finishing a meal.
• Never have I ever lied to a police officer.
• Never have I ever been caught talking about someone behind their back.
• Never have I ever “borrowed” something and never returned it.

Tier 3: Wild After-Hours Questions

The filter is officially off. These prompts are reserved for late-night parties where the group is comfortable sharing their most provocative and chaotic stories.

Late Night Party Stories

• Never have I ever been kicked out of a bar or club.
• Never have I ever used a fake name at a bar to avoid someone.
• Never have I ever woken up in a different city after a night out.
• Never have I ever crashed a wedding or a private party.
• Never have I ever had to run from the police.
• Never have I ever broken a bone while doing something “brave” or drunk.
• Never have I ever lost my phone and wallet in the same night.
• Never have I ever done a body shot off a complete stranger.
• Never have I ever been banned from a venue for life.
• Never have I ever started a chant in a crowded public space.
• Never have I ever fallen asleep in a bathroom stall at a party.
• Never have I ever accidentally walked into the wrong hotel room.
• Never have I ever blacked out and had to be told what I did.
• Never have I ever ended up on a stage at a concert or club.
• Never have I ever missed a flight because of a hangover.
• Never have I ever tried to pay a tab with a library card while tipsy.
• Never have I ever won a high-stakes drinking competition.
• Never have I ever trashed a hotel room.
• Never have I ever spent an entire weekend partying without sleep.
• Never have I ever kissed more than one person in a single night.

Unfiltered and Private Confessions

• Never have I ever skinny dipped in a public pool or beach.
• Never have I ever gone home with someone I just met that hour.
• Never have I ever sent a spicy photo to the wrong person.
• Never have I ever been caught “in the act” by a parent or roommate.
• Never have I ever joined the mile-high club.
• Never have I ever role-played in the bedroom.
• Never have I ever lied about my “body count” when asked.
• Never have I ever flirted with a boss or superior to get ahead.
• Never have I ever had a one-night stand.
• Never have I ever used a dating app while I was in a relationship.
• Never have I ever kissed a stranger on a dare.
• Never have I ever made out in a movie theater.
• Never have I ever faked an interest in someone just for a free drink.
• Never have I ever hooked up with an ex’s friend.
• Never have I ever sent a “u up?” text after 2 AM.
• Never have I ever had a “friends with benefits” arrangement.
• Never have I ever been attracted to a friend’s parent.
• Never have I ever lied about my relationship status to get a date.
• Never have I ever had a secret crush on someone in this room.
• Never have I ever regretted a hookup the second it was over.

5 Variations to Keep the Game Alive

If the standard rules start to feel stale, try these twists to keep the energy high:

1. The Wheel of Fate: Use a random spinner app to decide who has to answer the next question solo.
2. The Speed Round: You have 3 seconds to answer. If you hesitate, you have to take a double penalty.
3. The Anonymous Ballot: Write the questions on slips of paper and put them in a hat. This allows for much “spicier” questions since no one knows who wrote them.
4. Proof or Truth: If you admit to something, the group can demand “proof” (like a photo or a text message). If you can’t provide it, you take a penalty shot.
5. The Targeted Attack: One player is in the “hot seat” for five minutes. Everyone else can ask them “Never have I ever” prompts specifically designed to catch them out.

“Never Have I Ever” is about more than just winning; it’s about the stories that come after the confession. Don’t just put your finger down—tell the group why you ended up in the back of a police car or why you still have that terrible tattoo. That is where the real fun begins.