How to Play Spyfall Online
Master the art of deception and deduction in this thrilling party game. Learn the rules, discover winning strategies, and become the ultimate spy hunter!
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Play Spyfall FreeWhat is Spyfall?
Spyfall is a social deduction party game where players are given a secret location, except for one player - the spy. Through clever questioning and careful observation, players must identify the spy before time runs out, while the spy tries to figure out the location or avoid detection.
How to Play - Step by Step
Create or Join a Room
One player creates a room and shares the 6-letter room code with friends. Other players join using this code.
Wait for Players
Wait until 4-10 players have joined. The more players, the more exciting the game becomes!
Start the Game
The host starts the game. Each player receives a secret card - either a location and role, or the SPY card.
Ask Questions
Players take turns asking each other questions about the location. Questions should be clever but not too obvious!
Find the Spy or Guess the Location
Non-spies try to identify who the spy is through their answers. The spy tries to figure out the location.
Vote or Guess
When time runs out or players are ready, vote to accuse a player. The spy can also guess the location to win.
Winning Strategies
🔍 Finding the Spy
- ✓Ask questions only someone at the location would understand
- ✓Watch for vague or deflecting answers
- ✓Notice who asks overly general questions
- ✓Pay attention to body language and hesitation
- ✓Coordinate with other players through questioning
🕵️ Playing as Spy
- ✓Listen carefully to all questions and answers
- ✓Give answers that could fit multiple locations
- ✓Ask questions that seem location-specific but aren't
- ✓Blend in by mimicking other players' confidence
- ✓Consider guessing the location before time runs out
Good vs Bad Questions
✅ Good Questions
- "What's the dress code here?"
- "Would you bring a date to this place?"
- "Is it noisy here?"
- "Do people come here often?"
These questions are specific enough to catch a spy, but vague enough not to reveal the location.
❌ Bad Questions
- "Is this a restaurant?"
- "Are there doctors here?"
- "Is this location in water?"
- "Do people sleep here?"
These questions give too much information to the spy about the location.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players do you need for Spyfall?▼
Spyfall works best with 4-10 players. The minimum is 4 players, but 6-8 players provides the ideal experience with enough variety in questioning and discussion.
How long does a game of Spyfall take?▼
A typical game of Spyfall lasts about 8 minutes. You can adjust the timer in game settings to make games shorter (5 minutes) or longer (10 minutes).
What happens if the spy is caught?▼
If players correctly vote to accuse the spy, the non-spy players win! However, even when accused, the spy gets one final chance to guess the location to steal the victory.
Can the spy win after being caught?▼
Yes! When accused, the spy can make a final guess at the location. If correct, the spy wins despite being caught.
What kind of questions should I ask in Spyfall?▼
Ask questions that someone at the location would know, but that don't give away the location to the spy. For example, at a beach, ask "Do you need sunscreen here?" rather than "Is this a beach?"
How does the spy figure out the location?▼
The spy listens carefully to questions and answers from other players. Patterns in questioning and reactions can reveal clues about the secret location.
Is Spyfall free to play online?▼
Yes! Basic Spyfall is completely free to play with standard locations. Premium custom categories are available for players who want to create their own unique game experiences.
Do I need to download anything to play Spyfall?▼
No downloads required! Spyfall runs entirely in your web browser. Just share the room code with friends and start playing instantly.
Ready to Find the Spy?
Now that you know the rules, gather your friends and start playing!