Word Guessing Games
Word guessing games give players different ways to communicate the same hidden idea. In Taboo, avoid the forbidden words; in charades, use gestures without speaking; in Imposter, give clues and work out who received a different word.
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Taboo
Play Taboo, a timed team word guessing game with 336 cards. Describe each word without using its forbidden clues, and choose from everyday life, food, animals, sports, entertainment, objects, and jobs.
Open tool →Charades game
Play charades with friends using movie, TV, and everyday prompts. Set a turn timer, then play in individual turns or with two teams.
Open tool →Imposter game
Play the Imposter game with friends. Everyone but the impostor sees the same word; share clues, discuss the suspicious answers, and vote for the spy.
Open tool →How are Taboo, charades and Imposter different?
Taboo is a timed explanation game with forbidden clues. Charades replaces speech with acting. Imposter adds hidden information: one player has a different word and tries to blend in. Choose the format that fits your group's pace.
Frequently asked questions
What word guessing games can friends play?
Taboo, charades and Imposter offer different ways to describe and guess words: forbidden clues, gestures, or a hidden role.
What is the difference between Taboo and charades?
In Taboo, describe the word without saying the listed forbidden words. In charades, act it out without speaking.
Is Imposter a word guessing game?
Yes. Players give clues about a secret word while trying to identify the person who received a different word.