The Psycho Test

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2+ players, about 5 minutes, ages 14+.

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Setup

Gather your friend or a group of participants who are interested in playing a lighthearted psychological game.

How to Play

Tell the short story: "You attend your mother's funeral and meet a guy there. You instantly fall in love with him and think he's your dream man. You spend the entire evening talking and getting to know each other. Unfortunately, you don't exchange contact information and can't find each other after the event. A week later, your sister is tragically murdered”. After telling the story, ask the participants, "What do you think happened to the sister?" Give the participants time to think and share their theories on what happened to the sister. If anyone in the group answers that they killed the sister in hopes of meeting the guy again at the funeral, jokingly call them out for being a psycho, as that is what a psycho would do! Because the psycho answer is "You killed your sister in hopes that the man you met would attend your sister's funeral, giving you another chance to see and reconnect with him.”

Frequently asked questions

How many people do you need to play The Psycho Test?

The Psycho Test is designed for 2+ players. It works best when everyone can hear each other and take turns quickly.

How long does The Psycho Test take?

A round of The Psycho Test usually takes about 5 minutes, depending on group size and how much discussion your players add.

Can you play The Psycho Test without extra props?

The Psycho Test is built to be lightweight. Check the on-page rules for any simple materials your group might need before you start.

Can kids play The Psycho Test?

The Psycho Test is recommended for ages 14+. For younger groups, read the rules first and choose categories or prompts that fit the room.