HOW TO PLAY

Everything you need to know about Story Roulette. From setup to scoring, game modes to FAQs.

Write a true story based on a theme prompt, then try to guess who wrote each story. The better you are at hiding your identity, the more points you score.

Setup in 3 Steps

1

TV SCREEN

Open Story Roulette on a big screen (laptop, TV, tablet). This is the host/game board screen.

2

PLAYERS JOIN

Players join on their phones. A join URL appears on the TV — no app download required.

3

START PLAYING

3–8 players, ~30 minutes per game. Round 1 begins!

How a Round Works

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THEME

A random theme is revealed. Embarrassment? Crime? Dating disasters?

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WRITE

Everyone writes a true story. You have 280 characters. Make it count.

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READ & INTERROGATE

Stories are read aloud on the TV. Ask questions. Probe for lies.

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VOTE

Guess who wrote each story on your phone.

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REVEAL

Authors are revealed. Points are scored. The truth is always wilder.

This repeats for 8 ROUNDS

How to Score

  • Correct guess +1 PT
  • Nobody guesses your story +2 PTS
  • Points double after round 4 x2

Game Modes

CLASSIC The base game
SCORING
  • Correct guess +1 pt
  • Nobody guesses your story +2 pts
  • Points double after round 4 x2
IMPOSTER Fake story mixed in
SCORING
  • Guess Imposter correctly +3 pts
  • Wrong guess (or blame real story) -1 pt
  • Correct guess on real story +1 pt
  • Nobody guesses your real story +2 pts
CHAOS Random perks & curses
SCORING MODIFIERS
  • 🎲
    JACKPOT — Double all points earned
  • 👥
    PICKPOCKET — 2 pts per fool instead of 1
  • POWER VOTER — Correct guesses worth 4 pts
  • 🛡
    BULLETPROOF — Can't lose points this round
  • 🌟
    LUCKY GUESSER — 1 pt even for wrong guesses
  • CROWD FAVORITE — 1 bonus pt per correct guesser

+20 more perks & curses await!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many players do I need?

Story Roulette works best with 3–8 players. The sweet spot is 5–6 people for maximum chaos and fun.

Do I need to download an app on my phone?

No! Players just open a URL on their phone's web browser. No app store, no download, no account needed. Just scan the QR code or type the URL.

What devices do I need?

You need one device for the host screen (laptop connected to TV, tablet, or desktop computer). Players use their own smartphones. Everyone needs to be on the same WiFi network.

How long does a game take?

A full game of 8 rounds takes about 30–45 minutes depending on your group's story-telling speed and interrogation skills.

Is Story Roulette free?

Yes! Story Roulette is free to play. Just download the host app and you're ready to party.

What if the WiFi drops?

The game handles temporary disconnects gracefully. If a player loses connection, they can rejoin by scanning the QR code again. The game state is preserved.

Is the content family-friendly?

Story Roulette has multiple game modes! "Family Edition" is safe for all ages, while "NSFW" is for adult groups only. Choose the mode that matches your party vibe.

Can I play with friends online?

Currently, Story Roulette is designed for in-person parties. Remote play is on the roadmap for future updates!