Text Charades
Split into teams, describe the word without saying it, and guess as many as you can before time runs out.
Text Charades on KingdomGames is a fast, team-based word race — like Password or Catch Phrase, online. Players join with their name and split into 2–4 teams. Each round one team is on the clock: a describer sees a secret word and types clues (without using the word), while teammates race to type the answer. Every correct guess scores a point and reveals the next word. After all the rounds, the team with the most words wins.
Make it your own
Use our built-in content or upload your own — any theme works.
How it works
Make teams
Players join with a name and pick a team — the host sets how many teams.
Describe & guess
One teammate describes secret words while the rest race to guess them.
Most words wins
Add up each team’s guessed words across all rounds — highest total wins.
Game rules & how to play
Objective
- Split into teams and score points by guessing words. The team with the most words guessed across all rounds wins.
- Each round, one team is on the clock — a describer gives clues for secret words and teammates race to guess them.
Setup
- Players join with their name and pick a team. The host chooses how many teams (2–4) and how many rounds.
- Each team needs at least 2 players — one to describe and at least one to guess.
- The host sets the turn length (e.g. 2 minutes). Built-in words are provided; the host can also add their own.
Taking a turn
- The describer sees a secret word and types clues for it — but can’t use the word itself.
- Teammates type their guesses; the first correct guess scores a point and a new word appears instantly.
- The describer can skip a tough word. Only the team on the clock can score during their turn.
Winning
- When a team’s timer runs out, their words are tallied and the next team takes over.
- The describer role rotates each round so everyone gets a turn to give clues.
- After every team has played all rounds, the highest total wins. A tie is shared.
Why play on KingdomGames
Describe, don’t say it
The describer types clues for a secret word — but never the word itself.
Teammates race to guess
Everyone on the team types guesses; a correct one scores and reveals the next word.
Phone & desktop
Everyone joins from any browser — perfect for group chats.
No sign-up
Create a game and play in seconds — no account needed.
Perfect for
Frequently asked questions
- How many players do you need for Text Charades?
- Text Charades works with 4–20 players. Create a game on KingdomGames, share the link or code, and everyone joins from their browser — no sign-up required.
- Is Text Charades free to play online?
- Yes. Text Charades on KingdomGames is completely free — no download, no payment, and no account needed. Create a game and start playing in under a minute.
- Can I play Text Charades on my phone?
- Yes. KingdomGames runs in any mobile browser. Share the room link in your group chat and everyone can play Text Charades from their phone or desktop.
- How do trophies work in Text Charades?
- Trophies are earned automatically as you play — things like finishing your first game, racking up wins, or hitting a milestone. Bronze, silver, gold, and platinum trophies are listed above with what they need; some are secret and only reveal themselves once you've earned them. Trophies and points carry over to your KingdomGames profile across every game.
- How do you play Describe It?
- Split into teams. Each round, one teammate gets a secret word and describes it — without saying the word itself — while the rest of their team races to guess. Guess as many as you can before the timer runs out, then it’s the next team’s turn. It’s the classic describe-and-guess party game (think Catchphrase or Password), online.
- Can I use my own words?
- Yes. Use the built-in word pool or upload your own list when you create the game — handy for themed rounds, inside jokes, or a work-friendly set. Great for tailoring the game to your group.
More questions? Read the full FAQ
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