Half a Minute - team-based word challenge

Half a Minute is a fast-paced, laughter-packed party game that turns one smartphone into a quiz arena for virtually any crowd—four friends at a kitchen table or forty colleagues in a conference room. Players split into teams, then race against a ruthless 30-second timer to rattle off clues and guess five secret words before the buzzer steals the spotlight. Quick thinking, clever hints, and lightning-fast guessing combine to crown the sharpest squad the evening’s champions.

KEY FEATURES

• Infinite Head-Count: One phone hosts an unlimited number of players; minimum four (two teams of two).

• 30-Second Sprint: Every turn lasts exactly half a minute—enough time for genius or glorious failure.

• Five-Word Flurry: Each participant must describe five on-screen words before the timer expires.

• Instant Scoring: One correct guess equals one point; the scoreboard updates in real time.

• Dynamic Content: Topics range from Boris Johnson to Volcanoes, keeping every round fresh and surprising.

• Team-Friendly Interface: Clear color bars and “add team” buttons make setup painless even after midnight snacks.

• Zero Setup Gear: No boards, cards, or batteries—just the phone you already have in your pocket.

HOW TO USE

Gather & Divide: Bring together at least four players and split into two or more teams; tap “add team” until every squad is listed.

Assign Roles: Within each team, choose who will give clues first; the rest become guessers.

Launch a New Game: On the start screen, hit “new game” and confirm the team lineup.

Describe & Guess: When the timer starts, the clue-giver sees five words. They must describe each one without saying the actual word while teammates shout answers.

Watch the Clock: At 30 seconds the screen flashes “Time is up! okay”—tap to lock in any last-second points.

Rotate & Repeat: Pass the phone to the next team; rotate clue-givers so everyone gets a turn.

Claim Victory: After a set number of rounds or when everyone’s sides hurt from laughing, tally points. The team with the highest score earns eternal bragging rights—or at least first dibs on dessert.