Gartic Phone and skribbl: drawing party games
Two browser party games, two very different ways to turn sketches into laughs.
Both games open on their official sites. You and your friends choose how to share room invitations; OttersPlay does not host the rooms.
Which drawing game should your group pick?
Gartic Phone turns a phrase into a drawing, then a new guess and another drawing. The fun is comparing the chain with its starting prompt. Choose a mode, invite your friends and start when everyone has joined.
skribbl.io is a drawing-and-guessing game: one player draws a word while the other players type guesses. A private room lets the host choose settings and invite friends. Take turns drawing and try to guess quickly.
Getting a party started
- Choose the game and check its current rules and age requirements.
- Pick a nickname and create a room or lobby on the official site.
- Share the room invite with the friends you want to play with. They open the invite on their own devices and join.
- The host starts once everyone is ready. Keep private invitations within your group.
Both services run in a browser, but layout and drawing controls can vary with device and screen size. A larger screen or tablet can make drawing easier; room availability depends on each service.
Frequently asked questions
Are Gartic Phone and skribbl the same game?
No. Gartic Phone focuses on a chain of alternating prompts and drawings; skribbl emphasizes guessing a word while one person draws.
Can I play alone?
These are social games designed around other participants. To try a solo challenge, visit our grouping puzzle or geography game.
Are the games embedded here?
No. Follow the official links above for the current game and its rules.