Spiky, the free online bluffing trivia party game
Spiky is a free party game you play with friends in your browser, with no download and no setup. Everyone answers a trivia question; whoever gets it right writes a believable fake answer to fool the group, and then everyone votes on which answer is the real one. You earn points for spotting the truth and for tricking other players with your bluff. Think of it as a free, browser-based take on the Jackbox and Fibbage style of party game.
How to play (in 3 steps)
- Host a room. One person opens Spiky and gets a 4-letter room code and link to share.
- Everyone joins on their phone. Players answer the trivia question. Get it right and you write a convincing fake (a bluff); get it wrong and your guess becomes one of the options.
- Vote and score. All the bluffs are mixed in with the real answer. Guess the truth to score, and steal points every time someone falls for your fake.
Why people like it
- Free to play, right in the browser. Nothing to install.
- 2 to 4 players free, up to 12 with Gold Cactus: friend groups, families, parties.
- Great for remote game nights over a video or Discord call.
- Optional Gold Cactus upgrade for bigger rooms, premium category packs, and public rooms.
- Streamer-friendly: a built-in mode hides your room code on screen.
Frequently asked questions
What is Spiky?
Spiky is a free online party game where friends answer a trivia question and then vote on which answer is real. If you get the question right, you write a convincing fake answer to fool everyone else; if you get it wrong, your guess becomes one of the options. You score points both for finding the truth and for fooling other players.
Is Spiky free?
Yes. Spiky is free to play. There is an optional Gold Cactus subscription that unlocks larger rooms (up to 12 players), premium category packs, and hosting public rooms, but you never need to pay to play a full game.
Do I need to download anything?
No. Spiky runs in any web browser. The host opens a room and everyone joins on their phone with a code or link. There is no account needed to play.
How many people can play?
From 2 players. Free rooms hold up to 4 players, and a Gold Cactus host can open rooms for up to 12. It is great for friend groups, families, parties, and remote game nights over a video or Discord call.
Is Spiky like Jackbox or Fibbage?
It is in the same family of bluffing trivia party games. You use your phone as a controller and the fun comes from writing fake answers that fool your friends. The difference is that Spiky is free to start and plays right in your browser with no download or purchase required.
Can I play Spiky with friends online or remotely?
Yes. Share the room link in any group chat or video call and everyone joins from wherever they are. It works the same in person or remotely.
What devices does Spiky work on?
Any device with a modern web browser: phone, tablet, or computer. Spiky is played on the web at playspiky.com.
Full rules and scoring: How to play Spiky.