Hot Takes
Write your spiciest opinion. See how the table really feels about it. Then guess who wrote it.
Players3 to 12
Time15 to 25 minutes
Best forGroups who love a debate
How to play
1Write a hot take
One opinion you’d defend to the end. Nobody knows it’s yours.
2Rate it
Each take is shown with no name. Rate it from 1 (hard no) to 10 (facts).
3The author predicts
The author doesn’t rate. They secretly guess the table’s average.
4Guess who wrote it
All ratings land on one line. Then pick the author.
5The reveal
See everyone’s rating and who got the author right.
Scoring
- Guess the author: +10.
- Author: +5 for everyone fooled.
- Author’s average guess: +15 within half a point, +10 within 1.5, +5 within 2.5.
Quick example
The take is “Pineapple belongs on pizza.” The table averages 3.3. Nour, who wrote it, guessed 4: close enough for +10. Maria spots Nour: +10.
Tips
- Write something you actually believe. It’s harder to guess.
- Rate honestly. Fake ratings throw off everyone.
- Nailing the average is worth more than fooling people.