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Who’s the Imposter?

Most players get the same secret word. One or more imposters get a hint instead, then everyone has to bluff, listen, and vote.

Start Who’s the Imposter?

Players

Best with 3–12 players

Round

10–25 minutes

Device

One shared phone, tablet, or computer

How it works

  1. 1Add your group and choose a category and discussion timer.
  2. 2Pass the device so each player privately views their role.
  3. 3Give clues, debate the suspects, and vote for the imposter.

A quick practice round

Before scoring anything, try one short Who’s the Imposter? round. Read the first prompt aloud, make sure everyone understands what to do, and let the group agree on any house rule before continuing.

Keep the group moving

  • Give everyone a chance to pass when a prompt is not a fit.
  • Keep the shared device moving in one consistent direction.
  • Start with a short round, then add more once the group finds its rhythm.

From setup to results

  1. Build the group

    Add your group and choose a category and discussion timer.

  2. Reveal roles privately

    Pass the device so each player privately views their role.

  3. Clue, accuse & vote

    Give clues, debate the suspects, and vote for the imposter.

One-device setup and troubleshooting

A phone, tablet, or computer is enough. Keep the device charged, use a readable screen size, and pass it in a consistent direction. If a round is interrupted, use the in-game menu to resume or start a fresh game; do not refresh during a protected handoff.

Quick answers

How many people can play Who’s the Imposter?

It works best with three to twelve people gathered around one device.

Is the secret word visible to everyone?

No. Each player takes a private turn viewing their role before discussion starts.

Can there be more than one imposter?

Yes. The setup adapts the number of imposters to the size of your group.

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