Two Truths and a Lie
Players guess which of three statements is false, revealing surprising facts about each other.
How to Play This Icebreaker Game
- 1Each person prepares three statements about themselves: two that are true and one that is false.
- 2Taking turns, each person shares their three statements with the group.
- 3The rest of the group votes on which statement they believe is the lie.
- 4The person reveals the lie after everyone has voted. It's a great way to learn surprising facts about each other!
Variations
- Virtual Quick Round: Use chat to submit the three statements. Reveal and vote with reaction emojis to speed things up.
- Large Group Edition: Split into breakout rooms of 5–6 and do two short rounds, then return to share one surprise from each room.
- Work-Safe Mode: Encourage job-related truths (past roles, tools used, favorite productivity trick) to keep it professional.
- 5-Minute Blitz: Each person posts their three statements on sticky notes (or chat). Everyone silently votes, then do a rapid reveal.
Facilitator Guide
Opening Script:
Welcome everyone! Today we're going to play Two Truths and a Lie. This game will help us learn interesting facts about each other. Take a moment to think of two true statements about yourself and one false statement. Make the lie believable!
Closing Script:
Great job everyone! We learned some surprising things about each other today. These personal stories help build trust and connection in our team.
Why This Works
Why this icebreaker game works: It mixes light guessing with small bits of personal sharing. Sharing a few true things builds trust, and the guessing keeps it fun. Great for new teams because it gives structure without getting too personal.
Best For
Ideal icebreaker situations for this game include:
- New teams meeting for the first time
- Virtual team meetings (works great on video calls)
- Groups of 3-15 people
- When you have 10-15 minutes available
Important Notes
- Remind participants to keep statements work-appropriate
- Ensure the lies are believable but not harmful or offensive
- Be mindful that some people may be uncomfortable sharing personal information
Game FAQ
What if participants struggle to think of statements?
Provide prompts like 'A hobby you’ve tried', 'A place you’ve visited', or 'A surprising skill'. Give 1–2 minutes to brainstorm first.
How do we avoid uncomfortable oversharing?
Set ground rules: keep it work-safe, avoid sensitive topics (health, finances, politics). Offer neutral examples to model tone.
Can this work with very large groups?
Yes—use breakout rooms for the game, then ask each room to share the most surprising reveal with the full group.
