Would You Rather is a conversation game built on one simple idea: you get two choices and you have to pick one. There are no points to count and no wrong answers. The fun is in the reasons people give, the arguments that follow and the surprising things you learn about each other.
What you need
- Two or more players (you can even play alone online).
- A list of questions. Use our question library or the online game.
- Five minutes or five hours. The game scales to any amount of time.
The basic rules
- Ask. One player reads a question out loud: “Would you rather A or B?”
- Choose. Every player picks one option. “Both” and “neither” are not allowed, that is the whole point.
- Explain. Each player gives a quick reason for their choice. The best explanations get the most laughs.
- Pass it on. The next player asks the next question. Keep going as long as everyone is having fun.
How to play online
On our online game, tap the option you would choose. You instantly see what percentage of players picked each side, then the next question slides in. Your streak counts how many questions you answer in a row. Want a specific topic? Open any category page, such as funny questions or questions for kids, and press Play.
7 fun ways to play
1. Classic circle
Sit in a circle and take turns asking. Great for sleepovers, car rides and family dinners.
2. Split the room
Point to two sides of the room, one for each option. Everyone walks to their choice, then each side tries to convince the other. Perfect for classrooms, youth groups and big parties.
3. Guess my answer
Before a player answers, everyone else guesses what they will pick. One point for each correct guess. This is the best version for couples and close friends.
4. Majority wins
Everyone votes at the same time with a show of hands. Players in the majority score a point. Our online percentages make a great tiebreaker.
5. Defend the underdog
One player must argue for the option nobody picked. If they change at least one mind, they win the round.
6. Write your own
Each player writes one question on a slip of paper. Mix them in a bowl and draw. Keep it clean so everyone can play.
7. Icebreaker rounds at work
Open a meeting with one question and a 30-second answer from each person. Our work questions are written to be light and inclusive.
Tips for great questions
- Make both sides tempting (or both a little bad). If everyone picks the same option, the question is too easy.
- Be specific. “Live in a treehouse with a slide” beats “live somewhere fun”.
- Know your audience. Silly for kids, thoughtful for a date, quick and light for coworkers.
- Ask “why?” The reason behind a choice is where the real conversation starts.
- Keep it kind. Avoid questions that make fun of someone in the room.
Find questions by topic
Start with funny, deep, hard, couples, teens or Christmas questions, or see every category.
Frequently asked questions
Can you answer “both” or “neither”?
No. Picking one option is the core rule. If a question feels impossible, that means it is a good one.
How many players do you need?
Two is enough, and there is no upper limit. With big groups, use the split-the-room version.
Is Would You Rather good for kids?
Yes. It builds reasoning, listening and speaking skills. All questions on this site are clean and safe for kids.