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Guess Who (Facts in a Hat)

Guess Who: Anonymous Fun Facts Game

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Players submit a surprising personal fact anonymously. The group guesses who wrote each fact. A great way to discover hidden sides of teammates.

5+ PlayersHybrid15 minEasy

How to Play This Icebreaker Game

  1. 1Give each person a slip to write a surprising personal fact.
  2. 2Collect and read the facts; the group guesses who wrote it.
  3. 3Author reveals themselves and adds a short story if they’d like.

Facilitator Guide

Opening Script:

Write a surprising, work‑safe fact about yourself—no names. We’ll draw, guess the author, then hear a one‑line story.

Closing Script:

Notice which clues helped you guess—turn those into better intro prompts next time.

Why This Works

Why this icebreaker game works: Anonymity reduces spotlight anxiety while still surfacing memorable personal hooks. Quick reveals keep momentum high.

Best For

Ideal icebreaker situations for this game include:

  • New groups
  • Conference tables
  • 10–20 minute openers

Important Notes

  • Model boundaries; no sensitive or identifying info about others
  • Encourage concise facts to fit time
  • Offer opt‑out or ‘pass’