What is Paranoia?
Paranoia is the whisper game with a twist. The phone shows a question only to the asker — "Who here would you trust with your phone unlocked?" — who whispers it to the player on their left. That player answers out loud with a name, and only a name. Then a coin flip: heads, the question is revealed to everyone; tails, it stays secret forever.
The built-in reveal-hide flow and the coin flip are handled for you, so all you supply is the paranoia.
Game setup
How to play Paranoia
- Add players (optional) so the game rotates fairly and names appear on each card.
- Choose a mode — the mood of the prompts — then tap Start.
- Read the card aloud, do what it says, then tap Next for a fresh prompt. Skip anything you do not like.
- Put the game on the big screen with ⛶ Fullscreen so the whole room can read it.
How many players?
Paranoia works with 4+ players and a typical round takes about 15–30 min. Recommended age: 13+.
Best occasions
Tips
- Start with the mildest mode and escalate as the room warms up.
- Agree on a forfeit for players who refuse a prompt — ten squats is a classic.
- Use Party Mode for bigger text when the phone is passed around.
Paranoia FAQ
What happens after the name is said?
Tap Flip: heads reveals the question to everyone; tails keeps it secret and the game moves on. The named person may never find out why.
How many prompts does Paranoia have?
Hundreds across all modes, hand-written and shuffled so you rarely see the same one twice in a session.
Is it suitable for kids?
Use the Clean mode (or the dedicated kids version where available). Spicy modes are for adults.
Can I play online with friends who are far away?
Yes — share your screen on a video call, or send the prompt with the Share button.