One power shows you what people think right now. The other shows you what is going to happen next. Both sound amazing, and both could be a little scary. This question works well with friends because everyone has a different worry about knowing too much.
The case for “Read minds”
- You would always know what to say to cheer someone up.
- Picking the perfect gift would be easy.
- You could tell instantly if someone needs help.
The case for “See the future”
- You could prepare for big moments before they happen.
- You would always pack an umbrella on the right day.
- Surprises would never catch you off guard again.
Who picks which side
People who love solving puzzles and planning ahead usually pick seeing the future. People who care a lot about friendships, or who often wonder what others are thinking, are drawn to mind reading. Interestingly, many people change their answer after a minute, once they realize that hearing every thought around them could be overwhelming.
Our take
We think seeing the future is safer. Reading minds sounds exciting until you hear what people really think about your new haircut. Knowing what is coming lets you be ready without overhearing anything you cannot unhear.
Keep the debate going
Make it harder: you can only read the mind of the person standing closest to you, or you can only see one hour ahead.
Make it harder
- You can read minds, but only of strangers.
- You can see the future, but nobody believes you.
- You get both powers, but each use costs you one hour of sleep.
In one line: Know what people think or know what will happen. Find more like it in our superpower would you rather questions.
Frequently asked questions
Would reading minds make friendships better or worse?
It could help you understand people and support them, but it would also remove the privacy everyone needs. Many players decide that a little mystery between friends is healthy.
Can seeing the future be a burden?
It can. Knowing something sad is coming, without being able to change it, could be hard. That is why many people say they would only want to see good things, which makes a fun twist.
