What is the Imposter game?

Imposter is a free browser-based social deduction party game for 3 to 20 players. All players receive a secret word except the Imposter, who must bluff their way through clue-giving rounds without getting caught.

How many players are needed to play Imposter?

Imposter supports 3 to 20 players on a single device (pass and play) or across multiple smartphones and computers via room code links.

INSTANT BROWSER PLAY

Play Imposter Party Game

Choose your game mode below: pass one device around in person, or create a room code to join online.

Mobile Pass & Play

Pass one phone around the circle to view secret words.

START PASS & PLAY

Room Code Lobby

Create private rooms with custom room codes for online groups.

JOIN VIA ROOM CODE

Desktop & Smart TV

Host game night on big screen monitors, laptops, or TVs.

HOST ON BIG SCREEN

ROOM: IMP-ROOM

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SETUP LOBBY

Gather Thy Fellowship

Add players (3-20), select a word category, then click start to receive secret words.

Play From Your Phone (Remote Mode)

Everyone scan the QR code to join this game lobby instantly from their own smartphones! No manual room codes required.

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1. Select Language / Region

2. Add Players (4/20)

👤 Player 1

👤 Player 2

👤 Player 3

👤 Player 4

Game Rules Quick Reference

Step 1: Role Assignment

Everyone sees the secret word except the secret Imposter who receives a warning card.

Step 2: Give Clues

Take turns saying ONE word clue. Civilians give subtle clues; the Imposter must bluff.

Step 3: Vote & Unmask

Discuss suspicious clues and vote! Civilians win if they unmask the Imposter.