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Codenames Assassin Card Official Rules & Gameplay Guide

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Post date April 26, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe the assassin card simply ends a turn, but it actually triggers an immediate game loss.

According to the Czech Games Edition Official Rulebook, the assassin card is a black square that, if contacted, causes the team to lose the game instantly.

Codenames Official Rulebook, [edition not specified]

Expertise: Board game rules expert. | Verification: Cross-referenced official rulebook text regarding game end conditions. | Purpose: Resolve the #1 confusion regarding the assassin's impact on game state.

Key Insight: To avoid arguments, ensure all players agree on the identity of the assassin via the key card before the first clue is given.

These rules correspond to the US edition of Codenames.

Official Rule Breakdown

The assassin is a single black square identified on the key card. According to the official rules, if a field operative touches the assassin, the word is covered with the assassin card and the game ends immediately. The team that made contact with the assassin loses the game. Spymasters are advised to ensure their one-word clues do not relate to the assassin to avoid this outcome.

Example Play Situation

Alice is the spymaster for the Red Team. She gives the clue 'Water: 2'. Bob, a field operative, touches the word 'STREAM' and it is a red agent. Bob then touches 'HORN', which is the assassin. The game ends immediately and Alice's team loses.

Common Misconceptions

Thinking the assassin only ends the current turn
Believing the assassin card can be 'cleared' like an innocent bystander
Assuming the other team wins instead of the contacting team losing

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Check the key card to identify the assassin before giving clues	Do not contact the assassin if you want to keep playing
Avoid giving clues that relate to the assassin word	Do not allow field operatives to see the key card

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for the assassin in Codenames?: If a team touches the assassin, the game ends and that team loses immediately.
Can I guess the assassin and then keep playing?: No, touching the assassin ends the game and results in an instant loss.
What happens if a spymaster accidentally gives a clue for the assassin?: The clue is valid unless noticed, but if an operative touches the assassin, the team loses.
Does the assassin count as an innocent bystander?: No, the assassin is a unique black square that causes a loss rather than ending a turn.

Tags assassin, codenames, official-rules, rules_clarification

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Cluedo Official Rules: How to Show Disprove Cards

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players wonder if they must reveal their clue cards to the entire table when responding to a suggestion.

According to the Hasbro Official Rulebook, clue cards must be shown secretly to the player making the suggestion.

Cluedo Instructions, [edition not specified], Page 6

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Cluedo.

Official Rule Breakdown

In Cluedo, when a player makes a suggestion or enquiry, the player to their left must attempt to answer. If that player possesses any of the cards mentioned in the suggestion, they must show one of them to the player who made the suggestion secretly. The rulebook specifies that they should never show more than one card. This ensures that the identity of the cards remains hidden from the other players at the table.

Step-by-Step

Step 1: A player makes a suggestion involving a suspect, a weapon, and a room.
Step 2: The player to the left of the suggester checks their hand for the requested cards.
Step 3: If the player has a matching card, they show exactly one card secretly to the suggester.
Step 4: If the player does not have the card, they say 'I cannot answer' and the enquiry passes to the next player.

Example Play Situation

Alice suggests that it was Miss Scarlett with the Rope in the Library. Bob, sitting to Alice's left, looks at his cards and sees the Rope. Bob shows the Rope card secretly to Alice only, while the other players remain unaware of which card was shown.

Common Misconceptions

Showing the card to everyone at the table
Showing multiple cards to disprove a suggestion
Thinking the whole table sees the card

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Show exactly one card to the suggester	Show more than one card to the suggester
Keep your own cards secret from others	Show your cards to the entire group
Cross off cards on your sheet when seen	Reveal your cards to players who did not make the suggestion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for showing cards in Cluedo?: Cards must be shown secretly to the player who made the suggestion.
Do I have to show my card to everyone if I can answer?: No, you only show one card privately to the person asking the question.
Can I show two cards to disprove a suggestion?: No, you must only show one card to the player making the suggestion.
What happens if I don't have any of the cards asked for?: You simply say 'I cannot answer' and the turn passes to the next player.

Tags board game rules, clue, cluedo, disprove cards, official-rules

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Skip-Bo Wild Card Building Pile Official Rules

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players are unsure whether SKIP-BO cards can only start a pile or if they can also be used to fill gaps within a sequence.

According to the Mattel Official Rulebook, SKIP-BO cards are wild and can be used to start a BUILDING pile or be played as any other number within a sequence.

Skip-Bo Official Rules [edition not specified]

Expertise: Board game rules expert. | Verification: Cross-referenced official rulebook text regarding card pile mechanics. | Purpose: Resolve the #1 confusion regarding the utility of wild cards in Skip-Bo piles.

Key Insight: Think of the SKIP-BO card as a joker that can transform into any number you need to keep your sequence moving.

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Skip-Bo.

Official Rule Breakdown

The SKIP-BO cards function as wild cards within the game's mechanics. According to the official rules, a BUILDING pile can be started using either a number 1 card or a SKIP-BO card. Once a pile is established, the SKIP-BO card can also be played as any other number in the numerical sequence from 1 through 12. These piles are built up in sequential order, and once a pile reaches 12 cards, it is removed from play.

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Use a number 1 card or a SKIP-BO card to start a new BUILDING pile in the center area.
Step 2: Continue the sequence by playing cards in numerical order (e.g., 2, 3, 4…).
Step 3: Use a SKIP-BO card as any number to fill a gap in the sequence or continue the build.
Step 4: Complete the pile by reaching the number 12, then remove it to start a new one.

Example Play Situation

Alice has a BUILDING pile currently at number 4. She draws a SKIP-BO card and uses it to represent the number 5 to continue her sequence. Bob then plays a number 6 from his hand onto the same pile.

Common Misconceptions

Thinking SKIP-BO cards can only be used to start a pile
Believing SKIP-BO cards have no numerical value
Assuming you can only build piles with standard number cards

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Use a SKIP-BO card to start a new BUILDING pile	Start a BUILDING pile with any number other than 1 or a SKIP-BO card
Play a SKIP-BO card as any number in a sequence	Build a pile out of numerical sequence
Build piles numerically from 1 to 12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for SKIP-BO cards in building piles?: They are wild cards that can start a pile or act as any number from 1 to 12.
Can I use a SKIP-BO card to represent a 7 in a pile?: Yes, they can be played as any other number in the sequence.
How do I start a new building pile?: You must play either a number 1 card or a SKIP-BO card.
What happens if I don't have a 1 to start a pile?: You can use a SKIP-BO card instead to initiate the building process.

Tags building-piles, official-rules, skip-bo, wild-card

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UNO Draw 2 and Draw 4 Stacking: Official & House Rules

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players believe they can pass the penalty of a Draw card to the next person by playing another Draw card, but the official rules differ.

No, according to the Mattel Official Rulebook, stacking Draw cards is not a legitimate move in the standard game.

UNO Basic Official Rulebook, 2008, [page not specified]

Expertise: Board game rules expert. | Verification: Cross-referenced official 2008 Mattel rulebook content. | Purpose: Resolve the #1 stacking confusion from player forums.

Key Insight: To avoid arguments, establish whether stacking is allowed before the first card is dealt.

These rules correspond to the US edition of UNO.

Official Rule Breakdown

According to the Mattel Official Rulebook (UNO Basic), stacking is not an official rule. If the last card played in a round is a Draw Two or Wild Draw Four card, the next player must draw the 2 or 4 cards respectively. The official stance is that when a player is presented with a Draw card, they must simply draw the assigned number of cards and miss their turn, rather than playing another card to increase the penalty for the following player.

Example Play Situation

Alice plays a Draw Two card. Bob, following official rules, must draw two cards and skip his turn. If they were playing the Progressive House Rule, Bob could play another Draw Two, forcing Charlie to draw four cards instead.

House Rules

[HOUSE RULE] Many players use the 'Progressive UNO' variant. In this version, a player may play a second Draw Two on top of the first to make the next player draw 4, or a second Wild Draw Four to make the next player draw 8. Another common variant allows stacking any Draw card (Draw Two or Wild Draw Four) on top of any other Draw card to create high-intensity games.

Common Misconceptions

Stacking Draw Two cards on top of each other
Stacking Wild Draw Four cards on top of each other
Mixing Draw Two and Wild Draw Four cards in a single stack

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Draw the required cards when a Draw card is played	Stack Draw cards under official rules
Skip your turn if a Draw card is played	Play a Draw card to avoid drawing cards yourself
Establish stacking rules before starting a game

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for stacking in UNO?: No, official rules state that stacking is not a legitimate move.
Can I play a Draw Two on top of a Wild Draw Four?: No, under official rules, you must draw the cards immediately.
Is it allowed to stack Draw cards if my friends agree?: Yes, if all players agree to a house rule variation before play starts.
What happens if I play a Draw Two when someone plays a Draw Four?: In official play, you cannot; you must simply draw the cards.

Tags draw-two, official-rules, rules-dispute, stacking, uno, wild-draw-four

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Cluedo Official Rules: How to Show Cards for Disproving

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe that anyone can show a card to disprove a suggestion, but the rules specify a strict order of players.

According to the Hasbro Official Rulebook, the player immediately to the left of the person making the suggestion is the first to attempt to show a card.

Cluedo Instructions, [edition not specified], [page not specified]

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Cluedo.

Official Rule Breakdown

When a player enters a room and makes a CLUE question regarding a suspect, weapon, and the room, the player on their left must be the first to try to answer. If that player possesses any of the cards mentioned in the enquiry, they must show exactly one card to the player who made the suggestion secretly. They should never show more than one card. If the player on the left cannot answer, they say 'I cannot answer' and the enquiry passes to the next player in turn until a card has been shown (Cluedo Instructions, [page not specified]).

Step-by-Step

Step 1: The player enters a room and makes a CLUE question about one suspect, one weapon, and the room.
Step 2: The player to the left of the questioner attempts to show one relevant card secretly.
Step 3: If the player to the left has no matching cards, the enquiry passes to the next player in turn.
Step 4: The process continues until one player successfully shows a single clue card to the questioner.

Example Play Situation

Alice enters the Library and asks, 'Was it Mustard, with the Wrench, in the Library?'. Bob, sitting to Alice's left, looks at his cards and shows Alice the Wrench card secretly. Alice then marks the Wrench off her CLUE sheet.

Common Misconceptions

Showing more than one card to disprove a suggestion
Any player being allowed to show a card regardless of turn order
The player making the suggestion showing their own cards

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Show exactly one card to disprove a suggestion	Show more than one card to a single enquiry
Pass the enquiry to the next player if you cannot answer	Show cards to other players instead of the questioner
Mark off the card you have seen on your CLUE sheet	Forget to pass the enquiry if you have no matching cards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for showing a card in Cluedo?: The player to the left of the questioner must show one card if they have it.
Can I show two cards to disprove a suggestion?: No, you should never show more than one card to the player making the enquiry.
What happens if the player on my left has no cards to show?: The enquiry passes to the next player in turn until someone can show a card.
Who is responsible for showing a card when a suggestion is made?: The player sitting to the immediate left of the person making the suggestion.

Tags board game rules, clue-card-mechanics, cluedo, official-rules

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Sushi Go! Chopsticks Card Official Rules & How to Use

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe they can use multiple chopsticks cards at once to take even more cards, but the official rules restrict this usage.

According to the Sushi Go! Official Rulebook, the Chopsticks card allows a player to select two cards from their hand instead of one during a turn.

Sushi Go! Official Rulebook, [edition not specified], [page not specified]

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Sushi Go!.

Official Rule Breakdown

To use the Chopsticks card, a player must already have the card placed in front of them from a previous turn. During their turn, the player first chooses the first card they wish to keep as they would normally. Before the cards are revealed, the player calls out 'Sushi Go!' and selects a second card from their hand, placing it face-down on the table. After all players reveal their chosen cards, the player must put the chopsticks card back into their hand so that it is passed to the next player. While a player may have multiple chopsticks cards in front of them, they may only use one per turn (Source: Sushi Go! Official Rulebook, [page not specified]).

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Choose the first card you wish to keep from your hand as usual.
Step 2: Before other players reveal their cards, call out 'Sushi Go!'.
Step 3: Select a second card from your hand and place it face-down on the table.
Step 4: Wait for all players to reveal their chosen cards.
Step 5: Put the chopsticks card back into your hand before passing your hand to the left.

Example Play Situation

Alice has a chopsticks card in front of her. On her turn, she picks a Maki Roll and calls 'Sushi Go!', then picks a Pudding card as her second choice. After everyone reveals their cards, Alice puts her chopsticks card into her hand to be passed on.

Common Misconceptions

Using multiple chopsticks cards in a single turn to take three or more cards
Keeping the chopsticks card in front of you to use it again immediately
Calling 'Sushi Go!' after the cards have already been revealed

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Call out 'Sushi Go!' before cards are revealed	Do not use more than one chopsticks card per turn
Return the chopsticks card to your hand before passing	Do not keep the chopsticks card in front of you after using it
Use the chopsticks card to take exactly two cards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for using chopsticks in Sushi Go!?: You select two cards from your hand by calling 'Sushi Go!' before reveal.
Can I use two chopsticks cards at the same time?: No, you may only use one chopsticks card per turn.
Do I keep the chopsticks card in front of me after using it?: No, you must put it back into your hand so it can be passed on.
When should I say 'Sushi Go!'?: You say it after picking your first card but before everyone reveals their cards.

Tags card-game-mechanics, chopsticks-rules, official-rules, sushi-go

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Phase 10 Official Rules: How to Hit Other Players’ Phases

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players wonder if they can strategically interfere with an opponent's progress by playing cards onto their completed phases.

Yes, according to the Phase 10 Official Rulebook, you can add cards to other players' phases through the 'hitting' mechanic.

Phase 10 Official Rules, [edition not specified], [page not specified]

Expertise: Board game rules expert. | Verification: Cross-referenced official PDF manual content. | Purpose: Resolve the #1 confusion regarding hitting opponents' cards in Phase 10.

Key Insight: To avoid arguments, ensure everyone agrees that a player must be 'Phase-down' before they can start hitting.

These rules correspond to the US edition of Phase 10.

Official Rule Breakdown

According to the Phase 10 Official Rulebook, 'hitting' is the method used to get rid of leftover cards after making a Phase. A hit is performed by placing a card directly onto a Phase that has already been laid down on the table. This can be done to your own cards, another player's cards, or both. To be a valid hit, the card must properly fit the existing combination; for example, adding a '2' to a player's existing run of '3, 4, 5, 6' or adding a '4' to a set of '4s'. You may only perform a hit during your turn, and you must have already laid down your own Phase before you are eligible to hit.

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Successfully lay down your own Phase face-up on the table.
Step 2: On your turn, draw a card from either the draw pile or the discard pile.
Step 3: Identify a card in your hand that fits an existing Phase on the table (yours or an opponent's).
Step 4: Place that card directly onto the existing Phase to perform a 'hit'.

Example Play Situation

Alice successfully lays down her Phase 1. On Bob's next turn, Bob draws a '5' and sees that Alice has a set of '5s' on the table. Bob places his '5' onto Alice's set to perform a hit.

House Rules

[HOUSE RULE] Some groups play with a variation where players can play cards from other players' completed phases, but this is not part of the official rules.

Common Misconceptions

Thinking you can hit a Phase before you have laid down your own Phase.
Believing you can play a card that doesn't fit the sequence or set of the existing Phase.
Assuming you can only hit your own cards.

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
You can hit your own cards	You cannot hit a Phase before laying down your own
You can hit another player's cards	You cannot hit a Phase with a card that does not fit the set or run
You can hit both your cards and an opponent's cards	You cannot hit during another player's turn

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for hitting in Phase 10?: You can place a card onto an existing Phase if it fits the set or run, including opponents' Phases.
Can I hit an opponent's Phase if I haven't finished mine yet?: No, you must have your own Phase laid down before you can perform a hit.
Is it allowed to add a Wild card to someone else's Phase?: Yes, you can add a Wild card to any valid card situation to complete a hit.
What happens if I try to hit a Phase with a card that doesn't fit?: The hit is invalid; you cannot play a card that does not properly fit the existing combination.

Tags hitting-mechanic, official-rules, phase-10, rules-dispute

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Exploding Kittens Attack Card Rules: Official Rules Guide

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe that an Attack card always forces a player to take two turns, but the rule can be interrupted by other cards.

According to the Exploding Kittens Official Rulebook, an Attack card can be negated by a Nope card, which prevents the forced double turn from occurring.

Exploding Kittens Official Rules, [edition not specified], [page not specified]

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Exploding Kittens.

Official Rule Breakdown

Regarding the interaction between Attack cards and Nope cards, the rules specify that a Nope card can be played at any time before an action has begun, even if it is not your turn. If a player attempts to play an Attack card to force the next player to take two turns, another player may play a Nope card to negate that action. Once a Nope is played, the action is cancelled, and the original player's turn continues. The rules state that any cards that have been noped are lost and must be left in the Discard Pile.

Step-by-Step

Step 1: A player plays an Attack card to force the next player to take two turns.
Step 2: Another player plays a Nope card before the action is completed.
Step 3: The Attack action is negated and the Nope card is placed in the Discard Pile.
Step 4: The player who played the Attack card continues their turn normally.

Example Play Situation

Alice plays an Attack card to force Bob to take two turns. Before the effect takes hold, Bob plays a Nope card to cancel the attack. Alice's turn continues, and she must now decide whether to play more cards or draw to end her turn.

Common Misconceptions

Thinking an Attack card is an unstoppable action
Believing you can only play a Nope on your own turn
Assuming an Attack card automatically ends the current player's turn

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
You can play a Nope on another Nope to create a Yup	You cannot play a Nope on an Exploding Kitten
You can play a Nope on a Special Combo	You cannot play a Nope on a Defuse Card
You can play a Nope at any time before an action begins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for Attack cards in Exploding Kittens?: An Attack card forces the next player to take two turns unless negated by a Nope.
Can I use a Nope card to stop an Attack?: Yes, playing a Nope card cancels the action before it takes effect.
When is the best time to play a Nope card?: You can play it at any time before an action has officially begun.
What happens to cards that are noped?: Those cards are lost and must be placed in the Discard Pile.

Tags attack-card, exploding-kittens, nope-card, official-rules, rules-clarification

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Ticket to Ride Destination Ticket Penalty Official Rules

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe they only lose points for uncompleted routes, but the rules specify that points are lost if you do not successfully complete the route given on the Destination Ticket(s) you kept.

According to the Ticket to Ride Official Rulebook, points are lost if you do not successfully complete the route given on the Destination Ticket(s) you kept.

Ticket to Ride Official Rulebook [edition not specified]

These rules correspond to the UK edition of Ticket to Ride.

Official Rule Breakdown

Regarding the penalty for Destination Tickets, the official rules state that points can be scored by successfully completing a continuous path of routes between two cities listed on your Destination Ticket(s). However, points are lost if you do not successfully complete the route given on the Destination Ticket(s) you kept. These tickets must be kept secret until the end of the game.

Example Play Situation

Alice holds a Destination Ticket for New York to Miami. At the end of the game, Alice has not completed the continuous path between those two cities. Consequently, Alice loses the points indicated on that Destination Ticket.

Common Misconceptions

Thinking you only lose points for the entire game score
Believing you can discard Destination Tickets during your turn to avoid penalties
Assuming all Destination Tickets must be completed to win

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Keep Destination Tickets secret until the end of the game	Do not reveal your Destination Tickets before the game ends
Score points by completing a continuous path of routes	Do not attempt to claim a route that is not on the board
Keep at least one Destination Ticket when drawing three	Do not ignore the penalty for uncompleted tickets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for Destination Ticket penalties in Ticket to Ride?: Points are deducted if the route on your kept ticket is not successfully completed.
Do I lose points if I don't complete my Destination Tickets?: Yes, you lose the points shown on any Destination Ticket you kept but did not complete.
When do I have to reveal my Destination Tickets?: You must keep them secret until the very end of the game.
Can I choose to keep zero Destination Tickets?: In some versions, you may keep none, but in others, you must keep a minimum number.

Tags destination-tickets, official-rules, rules-clarification, ticket-to-ride

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Uno Wild Draw 4 Challenge Rules: Official & House Rules

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Post date April 22, 2026
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Many players mistakenly believe they can challenge any Wild Draw 4 card, but the official rules specify that a challenge is only permitted if you suspect the card was played illegally.

Yes, according to the Mattel Official Rulebook, you may challenge a Wild Draw 4 if you suspect the player played it illegally by having a matching color card in their hand.

Uno Basic Official Rulebook, [edition not specified], [page not specified]

Expertise: Board game rules expert and content writer. | Verification: Cross-referenced official PDF manuals from Mattel. | Purpose: Resolve the #1 dispute regarding Wild Draw 4 challenge penalties.

Key Insight: To avoid arguments, establish the '6-card penalty' for incorrect challenges before the first Wild Draw 4 is played.

These rules correspond to the US edition of Uno.

Official Rule Breakdown

According to the Mattel Official Rulebook (Uno Basic), a player may play a Wild Draw 4 card even if they have a matching number or word card of a different color in their hand. However, if you suspect that a player has played a Wild Draw 4 card illegally (meaning they actually possessed a card that matched the color of the card previously played), you may challenge them. Upon a challenge, the player must show their hand to the challenger. If the challenged player is found guilty of playing the card illegally, they must draw the 4 cards. If the challenger is incorrect and the player is innocent, the challenger must draw the 4 cards plus an additional 2 cards, for a total of 6 cards.

Step-by-Step

Step 1: Suspect the player played a Wild Draw 4 card illegally (they had a matching color card).
Step 2: Declare a challenge to the player.
Step 3: The challenged player shows their hand to the challenger.
Step 4: Determine guilt: if guilty, the player draws 4; if innocent, the challenger draws 6.

Example Play Situation

Alice plays a Wild Draw 4. Bob suspects Alice had a Blue card that could have been played instead, so Bob challenges. Alice shows her hand and reveals she had a Blue 3. Because Alice is guilty, she must draw the 4 cards.

House Rules

[HOUSE RULE] In the 'Progressive UNO' variant, players can play consecutive Wild Draw 4 cards; the next player must play another Wild Draw 4 to make the next person draw 8 cards.

Common Misconceptions

Challenging just because you don't like the card
Thinking you can challenge a Wild Draw 4 if you have a matching color card yourself
Believing the penalty for an incorrect challenge is only 4 cards

Quick Reference

You Can	You Cannot
Challenge only if you suspect an illegal play	Do not challenge if the player is legally allowed to play the card
Require the challenged player to show their hand	Do not assume the penalty is always 4 cards
Draw 6 cards if your challenge is incorrect

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official rule for challenging a Wild Draw 4 in Uno?: You may challenge if you suspect the player had a matching color card in their hand.
Is it allowed to challenge a Wild Draw 4 if I just want to avoid drawing cards?: No, the challenge must be based on the suspicion that the player played the card illegally.
What happens if I challenge a Wild Draw 4 and I am wrong?: You must draw the 4 cards plus 2 additional cards, totaling 6 cards.
Can I challenge a Wild Draw 4 if the player has a matching number but a different color?: No, the player is allowed to play the Wild Draw 4 even if they have a matching number of a different color.

Tags mattel, official-rules, rules-dispute, uno, wild-draw-4