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This is a Mr. White/Imposter style game where you have to guess who is the imposter. Everyone gets the same word or topic to describe, except one player (the imposter) who doesn't know the word. Can you spot who doesn't know it? Learn how to play
0/10 players (3 more needed to start)
General Imposter is the most flexible mode in our collection. Instead of a fixed theme, players describe everyday words, objects, places, or concepts. This makes it perfect for any group since you can adapt the difficulty to your players' knowledge and interests.
The game works exactly like other imposter modes: the game starts with a role reveal phase where players see their role and the word (if they're a normal player). Then everyone gives clues before voting. The number of imposters scales with your group: 3-4 players have 1 imposter, 5-7 players have 2 imposters, and 8-10 players have 3 imposters. If an imposter is caught, they get one guess. Games can continue after eliminations, allowing multiple voting rounds until all imposters are found.
Need help getting started? Visit our How to Play guide for step-by-step instructions, or check out our Game Guide for strategy tips. For more detailed guides, see our Choosing Game Mode guide and Winning Strategies guide.
General Imposter works best as the default mode because it handles mixed-age, mixed-interest groups. The key is category pacing: avoid five similar words in a row (for example, five food words) and keep variety high so clues stay meaningful. When rounds feel stale, switch to a new category family like objects, places, or activities.
Umbrella: Stronger clue: Portable cover | Risky clue: Used in rain
Library: Stronger clue: Quiet shelves | Risky clue: Books everywhere
Backpack: Stronger clue: Two-strap carry | Risky clue: Bag for school
For broader strategy, read the Game Guide, the Winning Strategies article, and our Editorial Policy.
General Imposter is the most accessible mode — but “accessible” does not mean easy to master. Because the words span everyday objects, places, actions, and concepts, clue strategy matters more here than in any themed mode. There is no fandom knowledge to fall back on. Every clue must be well-crafted.
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The word pool covers everyday objects, common places, actions, simple concepts, and familiar items. Words are chosen to be broadly recognizable across ages and backgrounds, making this the most universally accessible mode on the site.
Yes — it is the best starting mode for any new group. No domain knowledge is needed. The rules are identical to every other mode, so players can learn the clue-giving and voting loop without also needing to know a specific topic like Clash Royale or NBA teams.
A single round — clues, discussion, and vote — typically takes 3 to 6 minutes depending on group size and how long discussion runs. For a 30-minute block, plan 5 to 7 rounds. For a casual hour, 10 to 14 rounds is realistic.
The imposter wins a round by avoiding elimination through the voting phase. If the group fails to correctly identify the imposter, the imposter wins that round. If caught, the imposter can still win by correctly guessing the word on their one allowed guess.
The game draws randomly from the full word pool each round, so repetition is unlikely but possible in a very long session. If a word repeats, simply start that round over with a new draw — the game has enough variety that this rarely becomes an issue.
Decide on a tie-break rule before the session starts. Common options: the host decides, revote with the tied players only, or no elimination (imposter survives the round). Whatever rule you pick, apply it consistently to avoid arguments mid-game.
About This Game: General Imposter is a free-to-play social deduction game created for entertainment purposes. This game is inspired by classic party games like Mr. White and Undercover. Players take turns describing words or topics, while one player (the imposter) doesn't know what everyone else is describing. The goal is to find the imposter or blend in if you're the imposter!
Legal: General Imposter uses generic words and topics that are not copyrighted. This game is completely original and does not infringe on any intellectual property rights. All content is created for entertainment purposes only.
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