How to Play

The Basics

TruthOrBluff shows you 4 statements about a topic. Only 1 is true — the other 3 are convincing bluffs designed to fool you. Your job is to spot the real fact.

After you answer, the game reveals the truth and explains why each bluff was wrong — including the psychological trick used to make it believable.

Two Ways to Play

Quick Play

Browse topics by category, pick a quiz, and play through 10 questions. Great for solo play or a quick round.

  1. Go to Browse Categories
  2. Pick a category, subcategory, and topic
  3. Choose a question set and start playing

Custom Game

Build the perfect game night experience. Choose a category, difficulty level, and cherry-pick specific topics to mix into one session.

  1. Go to Custom Game
  2. Choose a category
  3. Select a difficulty level
  4. Pick which topics to include
  5. Set up players/teams and start!

Difficulty Levels

Each quiz has a difficulty level that tells you what to expect:

  • Rookie (Ages 8+) — Fun, simple facts. Bluffs are clearly silly.
  • Curious (Ages 12+) — Surprising facts. Bluffs are more believable.
  • Sharp (Ages 16+) — Obscure facts. Bluffs use partial truths.
  • Expert (Ages 18+) — Deep-cut knowledge. Bluffs could fool enthusiasts.
  • Mastermind (Ages 18+) — All 4 statements sound equally believable.

Game Features

Multiplayer (1-10 players)

Add up to 10 players or teams. The game rotates turns and tracks scores. A leaderboard shows final rankings.

Timer Mode

Add pressure with a countdown timer: Slow (45s), Normal (30s), or Fast (15s). When time runs out, the correct answer is revealed and play moves on.

Hints

Stuck? Use a hint to eliminate one wrong answer. You get 3 hints per quiz, but using one means a correct answer is only worth half a point.

Convince Mode (Multiplayer)

Everyone sees the 4 statements at once, secretly picks their answer, then argues for their choice for 2 minutes before the truth is revealed. Bluffing is encouraged!

Streaks

Get 3+ correct in a row for bonus visual flair. Hit 10 in a row for an "UNSTOPPABLE!" streak!

Game Night Tips

  • Use Custom Game to mix topics everyone enjoys
  • Try Convince Mode — it turns trivia into social deduction
  • Start at Curious level for mixed groups
  • Enable the Normal timer (30s) to keep things moving
  • Split into teams of 2-3 for the best discussions
Start a Custom Game