Life-Size Board Game | Bungee-Powered Head-to-Head | Color-Coded Competition | Ages 6 & Up
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2 Person Hungry Hippos Game
$275.00
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8 Hours
$302.50
Overnight
$440.00
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$577.50
Setup Area: Height: 4' Width: 12' Length: 16'
Actual Size: Height: 4' Width: 14' Length: 18'
Monitors: 1 Adult Required
Outlets: 1
Age Group: 6 & Up
Description
The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game
The Classic Board Game Brought to Life -- Full-Body Bungee Competition for Any Event
The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game takes the iconic head-to-head tabletop game and makes it a full-body physical experience. Two players -- each tethered by a bungee cord to their own color-coded inflatable pod -- launch themselves toward the center to grab as many balls as possible and drag them back to their area before the other player does the same. The entire game plays out at ground level in an 18-foot inflatable arena, and the bungee mechanism means every lunge toward the ball pile snaps players back to their starting position to reset for the next attempt. It is loud, physical, and produces the kind of head-to-head spectacle that draws a crowd from across any event. Browse all interactive party game rentals for more competitive formats.
At $275 the 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is the most affordable rental in the Jump Around Party Rentals catalog -- and also one of the most crowd-engaging, because the spectator element drives a line of players waiting for their turn while the current round generates cheering from everyone watching. It is the event rental that punches furthest above its price. Compact at 4 feet tall and 18 feet long, it fits in venues where taller inflatables cannot and requires only one outlet. For Austin birthday party and event rentals, it adds a genuine crowd moment at a price that makes it an easy add-on to any event order.
Ages 6 and up. All equipment included -- bungee harnesses, balls, and color-coded player pods. Jump Around Party Rentals delivers, sets up, and takes down the full game at every rental.
Specs & Setup Requirements
Height
4 ft
Width
14 ft
Length
18 ft
Players
2 at a Time
Age Group
6 & Up
Outlets
1 × 110v
Monitor
1 Adult
Base Rental
1 Day Included
Prices shown are base rates. We deliver and set up prior to the start of your event. Pricing may vary for extended durations, peak dates, further delivery distances, or specific setup surfaces. Taxes not included.
Why the Hungry Hippos Game Delivers
The Spectator Effect -- Every Round Generates a Crowd
Most inflatables are one-experience activities: you jump, you slide, you run the course, you finish and move on. The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is something fundamentally different. Two players face off head-to-head with everyone else watching. The bungee lunge mechanic -- each player snapping back after every attempt to grab balls from the center -- creates a visible, physical back-and-forth that spectators follow like a sporting event. When one player makes an unexpected run that clears the center pile, the crowd reacts. When the bungee snaps someone back just short of the last ball, the crowd groans. That live spectator engagement is what makes the Hungry Hippos Game the social center of any event -- not just an activity station, but the moment guests are talking about during and after the event.
Universal Recognition Drives Immediate Buy-In
Everyone knows the original game. That instant recognition means there is no explanation barrier -- guests see the Hungry Hippos Game inflatable and immediately understand what they are about to do, which dramatically accelerates the line-formation and participation rate that a novel or unfamiliar format would struggle with. Adults who played the original as children want to play it again at full scale. Kids who know it from current toy shelves want the life-size version. That cross-generational recognition is rare in the event rental market and makes the Hungry Hippos Game uniquely effective at events serving a broad age range. The backyard game rental lineup has other crowd-favorite formats, but nothing else with this level of built-in name recognition.
The Most Affordable Rental in the Lineup
At $275 the 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is the lowest-priced rental in the Jump Around Party Rentals catalog -- and one of the most crowd-engaging per dollar of any product available. It fits in budgets that cannot accommodate larger inflatables or multiple attractions, while delivering the head-to-head competitive moment and spectator energy of products at three times the price. For multi-attraction events, adding the Hungry Hippos Game to an existing order costs less than any other attraction in the lineup and gives the event a dedicated game station that complements inflatables without duplicating the physical activity format.
Ground-Level, Compact, and Fits Anywhere
At 4 feet tall and 18 feet long the Hungry Hippos Game has the smallest height clearance requirement of any attraction in the Jump Around Party Rentals lineup. Indoor venues, low-canopy outdoor spaces, covered areas, and any location where a standard inflatable height requirement would be a problem -- the Hungry Hippos Game fits. One outlet, 18 feet of space, 4 feet of clearance. For event planning guidance and the full list of available attractions, visit the Jump Around Party Rentals service areas page to confirm availability in your location.
Events the Hungry Hippos Game Is Built For
Birthday Parties
Birthday parties get a competitive head-to-head game that guests of every age recognize and want to play. Round-robin tournament formats turn the two-player game into a full-afternoon activity -- guests compete, winners stay on, and the bracket keeps the Hungry Hippos Game producing spectator energy from first round through the championship.
School Carnivals & Field Days
School events get a station that serves every grade level -- the physical format is accessible for young children and the competitive intensity scales up for older students. The short round duration and two-player format keeps a fast rotation moving, which is essential for carnivals trying to serve large numbers of students across a defined event window.
Corporate Events
Company picnics and corporate outdoor events get a game that produces genuine cross-department competition and laughter. Adults playing life-sized Hungry Hippos in front of their colleagues is the kind of unscripted social moment that company events try to manufacture through formal team-building exercises -- the Hungry Hippos Game makes it happen naturally.
Community & Church Events
Community festivals and church outdoor events get a multi-generational activity that parents, children, and even grandparents engage with at their own level. The compact 18-foot footprint fits in parking lot festivals and covered outdoor spaces where larger inflatables cannot go, making it accessible for events with limited open area.
Multi-Attraction Add-On
At $275 the Hungry Hippos Game is the natural add-on to any existing event order. Adding it to a bounce house or obstacle course rental gives the event a dedicated competitive game station at no significant additional cost -- and the two activities serve different participation styles, keeping guests engaged across the full event duration.
Indoor Events
At 4 feet tall -- the lowest height clearance of any product in the lineup -- the Hungry Hippos Game works in indoor venues that cannot accommodate standard inflatables. Event halls, school gymnasiums, church fellowship rooms, and covered community spaces all become viable venues for the game as long as an 18-foot clear floor area is available.
How the Hungry Hippos Game Works
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Two Players, Two Pods, One Center
Each player takes a position inside their color-coded inflatable pod at opposite ends of the arena. A pile of balls sits in the center of the 18-foot playing field. Each player is tethered to their pod by a bungee cord. The game begins when the monitor signals the start.
2
Lunge, Grab, and Snap Back
Players crawl and lunge toward the center to grab as many balls as possible. The bungee cord snaps them back after each attempt. The physical challenge is getting as many grabs in as possible while the other player does the same -- and getting back fast enough to lunge again before the center pile runs out.
3
Most Balls Wins
When the center pile is cleared, each player counts the balls stored in their color-coded pod. The player with the most balls wins the round. Rounds are fast -- typically under two minutes -- which keeps the rotation moving and the spectator crowd engaged across the full event.
Watch the Hungry Hippos Game in Action
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Run Rounds All Day -- We Handle Setup and Takedown
Jump Around Party Rentals delivers and sets up the full game before your event opens. One adult monitor manages the game, resets the ball pile between rounds, and keeps the rotation moving throughout the day. When the event ends, our team takes down and removes all equipment. Full teardown included with every rental.
Delivery Across Greater Austin
Jump Around Party Rentals delivers the 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game across Travis, Williamson, and Bell counties. Check your city below to confirm delivery to your area.
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2 Person Hungry Hippos Game - Frequently Asked Questions
How does the life-size Hungry Hippos Game work?
Two players each lie inside their own color-coded inflatable pod at opposite ends of the arena, tethered by a bungee cord. When the round begins, both players lunge toward the center pile of balls to grab as many as possible and drag them back to their pod. The bungee snaps each player back after every lunge attempt. The round ends when the center ball pile is cleared. The player who has collected the most balls in their pod wins. Watch the full game in action in the video above.
Can adults play the Hungry Hippos Game?
Yes. The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is rated for ages 6 and up with no upper age limit. Adults are frequently the most enthusiastic participants -- the game taps into childhood nostalgia for the original tabletop version while adding the physical full-body challenge that makes it compelling at adult events. Standard participant size guidelines apply; call (512) 294-2221 for specifics.
How much space does the Hungry Hippos Game need?
The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is 18 feet long and 14 feet wide with a height of just 4 feet. At 4 feet tall it has the smallest clearance requirement of any attraction in the Jump Around Party Rentals lineup, making it compatible with indoor venues, covered outdoor spaces, and any location where a standard inflatable height requirement is a problem. One 110v outlet handles all power needs.
How many people can play at once?
Two players compete per round. Rounds are short -- typically under two minutes -- which allows a fast rotation throughout the event. The two-player head-to-head format naturally creates a spectator queue where guests watch and wait for their turn, which keeps the game area energetic throughout the event even when only two people are actively playing. For large events, a bracket or round-robin format keeps the competitive structure organized across the full day.
Is the Hungry Hippos Game good for indoor events?
Yes. At 4 feet tall the Hungry Hippos Game fits in venues that cannot accommodate standard inflatables -- school gymnasiums, church fellowship halls, event rooms, and large covered indoor spaces all work as long as an 18-by-14-foot clear floor area is available and one outlet is accessible. It is one of the only competitive inflatable games in the lineup that is viable as a fully indoor attraction. Check available dates and reserve the Hungry Hippos Game online.
Is the Hungry Hippos Game available for overnight or multi-day rentals?
Yes. The 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game is available as a day rental, 8-hour rental, overnight rental, and 3-day rental. For Saturday events, Friday delivery is available at no extra charge -- just note it in the order form when booking. The game is compact enough to stay in place across multi-day school carnivals and weekend events without requiring takedown between sessions.
Book the 2 Person Hungry Hippos Game for Your Next Event
Life-size bungee ball competition. Two players. One winner. 4-foot clearance -- works indoors and out. The most affordable and most crowd-engaging attraction in the lineup, delivered and set up across Greater Austin for $275.
Prices shown are base rates. Pricing may vary for extended durations, peak dates, delivery distance, or setup surfaces. Taxes not included.
