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    Do we have to play it in water?
    Community Answer
    Although it is most fun, and probably safest to play it in water, you can play it elsewhere. I have played Marco Polo in a ball pit and on a playground before.
  • Question
    What if the red fish calls out of the water and nobody gets out?
    Community Answer
    The players who don't get out will receive a penalty for breaking the rules.
  • Question
    Do I have to answer when they say Marco?
    Rey Starchaser
    Top Answerer
    Yep! That's how the game is played, and that's how the person saying "Marco" can possibly find you.
  • Question
    Can we play without the other players absolutely having to shout, "Polo?"
    Community Answer
    If the players in Marco Polo are underwater when, "Marco!" is shouted, they do not have to shout "Polo." However, if they are above water and can hear it being called, it is considered cheating if they do not respond.
  • Question
    Does Siri play Marco Polo?
    Community Answer
    No, Siri does not know how to play Marco Polo.
  • Question
    How many swimming strokes are there?
    Community Answer
    Four that are recognized by competitive swimmers: butterfly, backstroke, breastroke, and freestyle.
  • Question
    Can you move after you say Polo?
    Community Answer
    Yes.
  • Question
    What if Marco doesn't see that person out of the water?
    Community Answer
    Polo getting out of the water is cheating, and you automatically win the game.
  • Question
    Are you supposed to hide under water?
    Community Answer
    You can hide underwater, but that’ll make it hard for Marco to catch you because it’s not easy to understand someone who’s talking underwater. However, this is a great hiding strategy in the game!
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