Frequently Asked Questions

A: Gartic Phone is like a digital version of the classic 'Telephone' game mixed with Pictionary. Players take turns writing prompts, drawing pictures, and guessing what others have drawn. It's hilarious chaos that creates unexpected and funny results!

A: You can play with 4-30 players in a single room. The sweet spot is usually 6-12 players for the best experience - enough for creative chaos but not too crowded that turns take forever.

A: Yes! Gartic Phone is completely free to play. Just visit the website, create a room, and start playing. No downloads, no subscriptions, no hidden costs.

A: Each player starts by writing a funny prompt. Then everyone draws the prompt they received. Next, players guess what each drawing represents. The cycle continues until everyone has contributed to each 'story chain.' The results are revealed at the end - usually with lots of laughter!

A: There are several modes: Normal (write→draw→guess), Secret (only final results shown), Animation (create moving drawings), and Complement (finish others' drawings). Each mode offers a different twist on the classic formula.

A: Games usually take 15-30 minutes depending on the number of players and time limits you set. You can adjust drawing and writing time limits to make games faster or give people more time to create masterpieces.

A: Try refreshing the page first. If that doesn't work, clear your browser cache and cookies. Make sure you're using a modern browser like Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Disable browser extensions that might interfere with the game.

A: This usually happens with touchscreen devices or older browsers. Try using a computer with a mouse instead of a phone or tablet. If you must use mobile, try rotating to landscape mode and using a stylus.

A: This is usually a connection issue. Close other browser tabs and applications to free up memory. Check your internet connection - you need a stable connection for real-time gameplay. If you're on WiFi, try moving closer to your router.

A: While technically possible, Gartic Phone works best on computers with a mouse. Drawing with your finger on a small screen can be frustrating. If you must play on mobile, use landscape mode and consider getting a stylus.

A: Chrome and Firefox offer the best experience. Safari works too but might have occasional quirks. Avoid Internet Explorer completely - it's not supported and will cause problems.

A: Nope! Gartic Phone runs entirely in your web browser. Just go to the website and start playing. No downloads, no installations, no hassle.

A: Gartic Phone doesn't have built-in voice chat, but most players use Discord, Zoom, or other voice apps alongside the game. It makes the experience way more fun when you can hear everyone's reactions!

A: When you create a room, you'll get a room code. Share this code with your friends and they can enter it on the main page to join your game. The room code is usually 4-6 characters long.

A: Currently, Gartic Phone is designed for private rooms with people you know. There's no matchmaking with random players, which helps keep the experience friendly and fun.

A: Try refreshing the page and rejoining with the same room code. If the room is still active, you should be able to jump back in. Make sure your internet connection is stable.

A: Double-check that you're entering the code correctly - it's case-sensitive. If the room was created a while ago, it might have expired. Ask the host to create a new room.

A: This is usually a connection issue. Try refreshing the page. If it persists, check if your firewall or antivirus is blocking the game. Sometimes switching to a different network helps.