How To Play Jenga: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - WikiHow

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1 Be patient and move slowly. Do not rush Jenga! Take your time to pull the right block when your turn comes around. If you try to go too quickly, you will be more likely to topple the tower.[8] X Research source
- Don’t force a block if it doesn’t seem loose. It may loosen up later as the game progresses. Patience is key.
2 Search for easy blocks by poking the tower. Gently test each block with your finger to find the loosest pieces of the tower. Look for the loose blocks and the blocks that are already sticking out of the tower. Be careful as you go, and always keep an eye on the overall stability of the structure. Make sure to maintain the balance, and reposition any blocks you don’t take.[9] X Research source
- Each layer of the tower has 3 parallel blocks: two on the outside, and one in the center. If you go for a block in the middle, you’re generally less likely to set the tower off-kilter.
- Take blocks from the top or the middle of the stack, since the bottom blocks are often hard to remove, and the blocks at the top often pull other blocks with them.
3 Push or pull with only 1 or 2 fingers. Make as little contact with the tower as possible. If you're taking a block from the middle, gently poke it through the tower from one side. If you’re taking a block from the outside edge, pinch the ends between your thumb and forefinger, then wiggle the piece back and forth until it comes loose.[10] X Research source
- Use a combination of tapping and wiggling to remove difficult blocks.
4 Place blocks strategically to balance the tower. Take note of which way the tower is tilting after you have removed your block from the stack. Then, carefully arrange your block on top to balance the tower in the other direction so that the extra top-heavy weight won't send the tower toppling down.[11] X Research source
- Alternately, if you think you can get away with it, place your block on the weaker "leaning" side so that it is that much harder for the next player to pull a block.
5 Play to win, not to build a high tower. If you care about the competitive aspect of the game, then you don't want the tower to fall on your turn. Don’t work together to see how high you can build; plan out your moves to destabilize the structure so that it will topple on someone else. Remove important pieces from near the bottom of the stack to trip up your opponents.[12] X Research source
- Be a good sport. Respect other players, and do not go out of your way to mess them up while they're taking their turns. Remember: if you lose this time, there’s always the next game to prove your skill!