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The Spy: a question and deduction game

The group shares a secret word while the spy knows only its category. Questions must prove that you understand the answer without revealing too much to the person listening.

👥 3–12 players ⏱ 10–20 minutes 📱 one phone or online room
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Essential rules

How to play The Spy

  1. Everyone receives the secret word except the spy.
  2. The spy sees the category and tries to work out the answer.
  3. Players ask one another direct questions in a chain.
  4. Anyone can accuse; the spy may reveal themselves and attempt the word.
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