Charades

Bring your group together with a classic party game where one player acts and everyone else guesses. Great for parties, family time, and quick group fun.

About Charades

Charades is a classic acting and guessing game. One player acts out a word or phrase without speaking, while the rest of the group tries to guess the answer before time runs out.

How to play Charades

Choose a prompt, start the round, and have one player act it out silently. The other players guess aloud. Award a point for each correct guess or simply play for fun.

Tips for playing Charades

Use big gestures, break the answer into parts, and show the category if your group uses category clues. Keep rounds short so everyone gets a chance to act.

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Charades has been played as a social guessing game for generations and is strongly associated with parties and family gatherings. Mobile prompts make it easier to start without writing cards first.

Charades FAQ

Can you talk during Charades?

Usually no. The acting player gives clues through gestures while the group guesses.

Is Charades good for family game night?

Yes. It is easy to learn, active, and works well for mixed-age groups.