Icebreakers and team games that actually work

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Quick games you can run with no preparation, in a room or on a call.

Count to TwentyThe group tries to count from one to twenty aloud, one voice at a time with no set order, restarting whenever two people speak together.5 to 10 min · 5 to 30 people
Desk Show and TellEveryone grabs one object within arm's reach and tells the group the story behind it in about a minute.5 to 15 min · 3 to 15 people
Fortunately, UnfortunatelyPlayers build a story in turns, alternating sentences that start with fortunately and unfortunately, so the plot keeps flipping between good and bad luck.5 to 10 min · 3 to 12 people
One-Word StoryThe group builds a story together one word at a time, with each player adding exactly one word in turn.5 to 10 min · 4 to 15 people
Rock Paper Scissors TournamentPlayers face off in rock, paper, scissors, and each loser joins the winner's cheering section until two huge crowds back the final match.5 to 10 min · 10+ people
Rose and ThornA quick check-in where each person shares one high point and one low point from their week, plus an optional bright spot ahead.5 to 15 min · 3 to 15 people

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