How to Play This Icebreaker Game
- 1The host calls out two related options (e.g., 'Coffee or Tea?', 'Beach or Mountains?').
- 2For in-person, designate two sides of the room for each option and have people move to the side they prefer.
- 3For virtual, have people use a specific emoji reaction for each choice.
- 4It's a great way to see who shares similar tastes.
Facilitator Guide
Opening Script:
We're going to play a fast-paced game of 'This or That'. I'll give you two options—just go with your gut instinct and move to the side (or react with the emoji) that matches your choice. Don't overthink it!
Closing Script:
Did you notice any surprising patterns? Take a look around—someone who made the opposite choices might just be the perfect person to collaborate with next.
Why This Works
Why this icebreaker game works: Quick either‑or prompts reduce hesitation and get people moving. It reveals preferences safely and scales to any group size.
Best For
Ideal icebreaker situations for this game include:
- Large groups and all-hands
- Quick openers (5–10 minutes)
- Hybrid sessions
Important Notes
- Avoid divisive topics (politics, religion) or identity-based prompts.
- Offer a 'middle' or 'pass' for accessibility and nuance.
- Keep rounds short to maintain momentum.
Ideas & Prompts
Work Style
Remote / Office
Early Bird / Night Owl
Team / Solo
Email / Chat
Plan / Flow
Silence / Music
Video / Audio
Multitask / Focus
Handwritten / Digital
Leave on time / Flexible
Lifestyle
Coffee / Tea
Cats / Dogs
Morning / Night
City / Country
Summer / Winter
Book / Movie
Cook / Takeout
Mountain / Beach
Android / Apple
Sweet / Salty
Fun
Fly / Invisible
Past / Future
No Sleep / No Eat
Talk to Animals / All Languages
Pirate / Ninja
Space / Deep Sea
Unlimited Money / Unlimited Time
Always Truth / Always Lie
Giant / Ant
Summer Only / Winter Only
Food
Pizza / Burger
Coke / Sprite
Chocolate / Vanilla
Fries / Chips
Hotpot / BBQ
Rice / Noodles
Spicy / Mild
Soft Cookie / Crispy Cookie
Fried Egg / Boiled Egg
Wine / Beer
Entertainment
Netflix / YouTube
Comedy / Horror
Novel / Comic
Pop / Rock
Museum / Amusement Park
Board Game / Video Game
Concert / Sports Game
Harry Potter / Star Wars
Marvel / DC
TikTok / Instagram
