About this game
Impostor is a social deduction game for groups where one player lies and the rest try to expose them. Play instantly in your browser with no signup or downloads.
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Impostor Online for Groups
How does the game work?
The main mechanic is Hidden Roles:
- The Secret Word: All players receive the same secret word (e.g., "Pizza"), except one.
- The Impostor: This player doesn't know the word. Their mission is to pretend they do.
- The Description: Taking turns, each player says a word or short phrase related to the secret.
- The Vote: In the end, the group debates and votes on who they think the liar is.
Pure Strategy
If you are a Civilian, you must be subtle: give a clue clear enough for your teammates but confusing for the Impostor. If you are too obvious, the Impostor will guess the word and win.
If you are the Impostor, listen carefully, look for patterns, and blend in with vague descriptions. Don't get caught!
Similar to classic games like Mafia or Werewolf, but optimized for fast play in the browser.
Rules
Everyone gets a secret word except one: the Impostor. In turns, describe the word without being too obvious. At the end, vote to find out who is lying.
How to play?
Start an Impostor game, share the code with your group, and get ready to distrust everyone. You can play face-to-face or via video call by sharing your screen.
Tips
If you are a civilian, give a clue that only someone who knows the word will understand. If you are the impostor, listen to others' clues and try to blend in.