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Blackout Truth or Dare

A camera-based elimination game that uses visual cues to reveal preferences or perform lighthearted tasks. It leverages the 'camera off' feature of virtual platforms to create a dynamic and visually engaging group experience.

10-15 min5-30 peopleEasy
When to Use

To create a sense of 'togetherness' through shared visual actions and voluntary participation.

How It Works

Solves: Passive participation where attendees hide behind turned-off cameras.

Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps to facilitate this method
  1. 1

    Step 1: Everyone starts with their cameras ON.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Facilitator reads a prompt (e.g., 'Sing a line from your favorite song' or 'Show us your pet').

  3. 3

    Step 3: Those UNWILLING to do the task turn their cameras OFF.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Facilitator asks 1-2 people with cameras still on to perform the 'dare' or share the 'truth'.

Facilitator Tips
  • Start with very easy 'truths' to build confidence
  • Model the behavior by doing the first dare yourself
Variations
  • Reverse Blackout: Everyone starts with cameras OFF and turns them ON if they agree with a statement.
Source: TeamBuilding.comLearn more