FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What video call platforms are used?

Depending on the activity, we can use your preferred video call platform (Zoom, Google Meet, or Teams) or our platform’s built-in call functionality.

Can we request a specific duration for the event?

Yes, please let us know your preferred duration in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule.

Can we get team photos?

Yes, our hosts can take team photos. It would be helpful if you remind them to do so during the event.

Can we have our speaker at the beginning or during the event?

Absolutely! We can join your video call when it’s our turn, or we can provide your speaker with a microphone to address participants at any time during the event—just let us know your preference.

Who are your live hosts?

We provide the best live hosts—talented actors who are friendly, fun, and experienced. They’ve managed hundreds of events, both large and small, and know how to make every event exceptional.

Can we provide team lists?

Yes, you can prepare your team assignment sheets and provide them to our host, who will organize participants into teams accordingly.

What is the minimum number of players?

All icebreaker games require a minimum of 2 players.

How do you play Pictionary?

As the host, you’ll see a dialog icon where you can draw and a word to illustrate. The goal is to draw the word so other players can guess it based solely on your drawing. If someone guesses correctly, click the Correct Guess button to close the dialog, and another player can become the host.

How do you play Who Am I?

A label with a random name appears above each player’s head. Each player can see the names on other players’ labels but not their own. The goal is to guess the name on your label by asking simple yes/no questions to other players.

How do you play Associations?

A word will appear on the screen. Choose a word you associate with it, write it by clicking the pencil icon, then pass the turn to another player. To see all associations, click the List button.

How long does the game last?

Icebreaker games are typically short, with one round lasting just a few minutes. However, taking turns and playing multiple rounds can create a fun 20- to 40-minute session.

How do you play Two Truths and a Lie?

Choose a host. The host must click the Write Statements button and write three statements—two truths and one lie. Other players then guess which statement is the lie.

How do you play 20 Questions?

One player becomes the host by clicking the Become a Host button. The host imagines an object, and other players must guess it in 20 yes/no questions or fewer. The host can use the Suggest button to get a random item for guessing. After each incorrect guess, the host presses the Increment button. If the counter reaches 20, the host wins, the other players lose, and the game resets.

What are the rules for the Financial theme?

Insider Traders (Hedge Fund Manager + Team) vs. Ethical Traders (Compliance Officer + Team). Night: Insider Traders bankrupt one Ethical Trader, and Compliance Officer investigates one player. Day: All discuss market trends and vote to investigate one player for misconduct. Ethical Traders win if all Insider Traders are eliminated. Insider Traders win if they outnumber the Ethical Traders.

What are the common game rules?

The game alternates between day (discussion and voting) and night (special actions) phases. Players cannot reveal their roles or show their role cards unless they are eliminated. The game continues until one side wins.

What are the rules for the Marketing theme?

Traditional Marketers (Creative Director + Team) vs. Digital Marketers (Social Media Guru + Team). Night: Traditional Marketers eliminate one Digital Marketer, and Social Media Guru investigates one player. Day: All discuss and vote to eliminate one player from the competition. Digital Marketers win if all Traditional Marketers are eliminated. Traditional Marketers win if they outnumber the Digital Marketers.

How do players communicate?

Players have video circles above their avatars, and audio is enabled. Audio and video are automatically muted for players who are sitting out the current round or during night phases.

What are the rules for the C-Suite theme?

Takeover Team (Rival CEO + Takeover Executives) vs. Loyalist Team (Company CEO + Loyal Executives). Night: Takeover Team chooses an executive to 'convert', Rival CEO tries to identify the Company CEO, and Company CEO investigates an executive. Day: All discuss and vote to oust one executive. Loyalist Team wins if all Takeover Team members are ousted. Takeover Team wins if they outnumber the Loyalist Team.

What are the rules for the Tech Industry theme?

Incumbent Team (Regulator + Incumbent Executives) vs. Innovator Team (Charismatic CEO + Startup Innovators). Night: Incumbent Team chooses an innovator to 'regulate out', Regulator tries to identify the Charismatic CEO, and Charismatic CEO investigates a player. Day: All discuss and vote to discredit one person. Innovator Team wins if all Incumbent Team members are discredited. Incumbent Team wins if they outnumber the Innovator Team.

What are the rules for the Werewolf theme?

Werewolves (Alpha + Pack) vs. Villagers (Seer + Regular Villagers). Night: Werewolves choose a victim, Alpha tries to identify the Seer, and Seer investigates a player. Day: All discuss and vote to eliminate one person. Villagers win if all Werewolves are eliminated. Werewolves win if they outnumber the Villagers.

How many players are required to play?

The game is played as one team, requiring at least 6 players to fill all roles.

What are the rules for the Original Mafia Game?

Mafia (Don + Members) vs. Citizens (Sheriff + Regular Citizens). Night: Mafia chooses a victim, Don tries to identify the Sheriff, and Sheriff investigates a player. Day: All discuss and vote to eliminate one person. Citizens win if all Mafia members are eliminated. Mafia wins if they outnumber the Citizens.

Do all Mafia-style games use similar game logic?

Yes, our social deduction games share a similar game flow, but each version has a unique theme to create a distinct experience.

What are the rules for the Corporate theme?

Rogue Team (Rogue PM + Rogue Members) vs. Main Team (Project Manager + Team Members). Night: Rogue Team chooses someone to 'poach', Rogue PM tries to identify the Project Manager, and Project Manager investigates a player. Day: All discuss and vote to remove one person from the project. Main Team wins if all Rogue Team members are removed. Rogue Team wins if they outnumber the Main Team.

How do players communicate?

Each player has a video circle above their avatar, and video and audio are shared within the team, similar to a Zoom breakout room.

Are the questions suitable for international teams?

Yes, our trivia games are designed to be friendly for international audiences. We avoid potentially offensive or culturally specific questions, ensuring most games rely on common knowledge.

How are teams assigned?

When entering the game, players can select a team to join. We recommend sharing a team list beforehand. Before the game starts, players can switch teams or tables.

Can any player on the team submit an answer?

Yes, any team member can submit or change the team’s answer until the timer stops.

How many teams can compete in the game?

Up to 10 teams can compete, with the option for more teams available upon request with a custom quote.

What are the default rules?

The default rule is that the first team to provide a correct answer earns the point.

How long does the game last?

Our trivia games are designed to last approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

Can we ask for a demo?

Yes, for groups of 10 and more, we are happy to provide a demo session on the call

Can the game duration be adjusted?

Yes, we offer shorter versions of our escape rooms to fit a 30

Is there a live host for the game?

It’s your choice—we offer both hosted and self-play options. Our hosts can organize and lead the game, providing helpful hints and a fun experience as needed. In self-play mode, your team can access pre-recorded hints throughout the game.

How can we check technical compatibility if our company uses a whitelist for accessible servers?

We provide test game links, which we highly recommend using before the event to identify and resolve any VPN or firewall issues, including whitelisting our servers if necessary.

Can players reconnect if there is a connectivity issue?

Yes, players can reconnect using the same game links and continue their progress without interruption.

How do players collaborate?

Players on the same team share game progress, working together by combining their inventory and collective problem-solving skills to overcome challenges.

How do players communicate within a team?

In the 360 platform, players communicate via a video conferencing tool such as Zoom, Teams, or Google Meet. In the 3D platform, players use built-in audio/video features, with each avatar displaying a video circle above their head.

How many teams can participate?

We recommend 5 players per team and can host between 1 and 40 teams in our Escape Rooms.

How do 3D virtual escape rooms work?

Our 3D escape rooms utilize a next-generation platform where players have 3D avatars, navigate a virtual 3D escape room, interact with objects, and collect inventory.

Can players join late?

Yes, players can join late as long as they have the necessary game links. They will join the team’s current progress and start from where the team is at that moment.

How do 360 escape rooms work?

Our 360 platform for virtual escape rooms uses spherical images from real-life escape rooms, along with videos and pictures of actual props, all connected through computer graphics to create an immersive game. Players can look around the room, interact with objects, and collect inventory items.

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