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Remember the childhood game of telephone, where a whispered message would morph into something totally bonkers by the time it reached the last person? Well, Gartic Phone brings that classic chaos to your screen — but with doodles instead of whispers. It’s part drawing game, part guessing game, and all kinds of hilarious.

Whether you’re playing with friends, family, or random strangers online, Gartic Phone promises a rollercoaster of laughter and confusion. Think you’re good at drawing? Think again. Think you’re great at guessing? Prepare to be wrong — spectacularly so.

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How to Play Gartic Phone Online

Playing Gartic Phone is easy to pick up, but the surprises keep coming as your prompts get lost (or found) in translation. Here’s the lowdown on how to get started and keep up with this wild telephone drawing game.

1. Create or join a game lobby

Head over to the official Gartic Phone website and either create your own private lobby or join a public one. You can play with up to 30 players, but smaller groups of 4-10 keep things manageable and fun.

2. Write your prompt

Each round starts with you writing a funny or weird prompt — think “A cat riding a skateboard” or “Zombie DJ at a nightclub.” This is where your creativity (or weird sense of humor) shines.

3. Draw the previous prompt

Once you submit your prompt, you get a prompt from another player to draw. Don’t worry if you’re no Picasso — the fun is in the chaos of bad (or brilliant) drawings.

4. Guess the drawing

After the drawing, the next player guesses what it is. This back-and-forth of drawing and guessing continues around the “telephone” until the round ends.

5. Reveal the results

At the end of the round, watch the hilarious transformation from the original prompt to the final guess. You’ll be shocked, amused, and maybe a little impressed.

Gartic Phone Rules

The fun of Gartic Phone comes with simple rules, but a few tips can help you make the most of your game time — or at least survive the madness with your dignity intact.

1. Embrace the chaos

The game is all about the funny misinterpretations, so don’t stress over perfect drawings or guesses — the worse, the better.

2. Use clear prompts

While wild prompts are hilarious, make sure they’re not impossible to visualize. Clearer prompts help the chain flow smoothly (sometimes).

3. Don’t overthink your drawing

You have limited time, so sketch fast and focus on the main idea rather than details. Simplicity often leads to funnier results.

4. Play with voice chat for extra fun

Adding a voice chat like Discord lets you hear the reactions live, which amps up the hilarity — especially when guesses go way off track.

5. Try different game modes

Explore modes like Classic, Animation, or Speedrun to keep the gameplay fresh and challenge yourself in new ways.

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Gartic Phone Ideas

Stuck on what to prompt? Here are 30+ funny, creative, and downright bizarre ideas to keep your Gartic Phone game bursting with laughs.

  1. A squirrel running a detective agency
  2. A robot stuck in a traffic jam
  3. A cat DJ spinning at a wild party
  4. A dinosaur trying to order coffee
  5. An alien confused by Earth fashion
  6. A penguin delivering mail by jetpack
  7. A zombie trying to bake a cake
  8. A superhero who’s afraid of heights
  9. A pirate teaching yoga on a ship
  10. A llama lost in a shopping mall
  11. A ghost playing video games in a basement
  12. A shark attending a fancy tea party
  13. A wizard accidentally turning himself into a frog
  14. A dog learning to skateboard
  15. A chicken running a bakery
  16. A ninja stuck in a revolving door
  17. A bear trying to do ballet
  18. A vampire afraid of garlic bread
  19. A kangaroo juggling flaming torches
  20. A rabbit lost in a maze of carrots
  21. A monkey running a lemonade stand
  22. An octopus playing eight instruments at once
  23. A dragon stuck in rush hour traffic
  24. A fairy riding a giant ladybug
  25. A turtle winning a drag race
  26. A zombie hosting a cooking show
  27. A raccoon stealing pizza slices at a party
  28. A mermaid using a smartphone underwater
  29. A snowman melting while sunbathing
  30. A robot trying to do a magic trick
  31. A cat opening a bookstore
  32. A fish attending a rock concert
  33. A koala stuck in a treehouse maze
  34. A pirate getting lost in a cornfield
  35. A superhero stuck in elevator traffic
  36. A dinosaur baking cookies for the first time
  37. A ghost afraid of its own reflection
  38. A monkey hosting a cooking competition
  39. A bear stuck in a hammock
  40. A ninja trapped in a giant bubble
  41. A dragon stuck in a revolving door
  42. A raccoon learning to ride a bike
  43. A robot painting a self-portrait
  44. A mermaid attending a human wedding
  45. A snowman trying to win a dance contest
  46. A vampire stuck in a tanning salon
  47. A kangaroo working at a coffee shop
  48. A rabbit running for mayor
  49. An octopus trying to wear shoes
  50. A cat lost in a maze of yarn
  51. A dog chasing its own shadow in a funhouse
  52. A chicken giving a TED talk
  53. A pirate juggling coconuts on a beach
  54. A superhero taking a nap mid-flight
  55. A dinosaur stuck in a time machine
  56. A ghost playing hide and seek in a library
  57. A monkey painting graffiti art
  58. A bear baking a giant pie
  59. A ninja learning to dance salsa
  60. A dragon afraid of fire

Gartic Phone Themes

Wanna keep your game nights extra spicy? Try these offbeat themes that’ll have everyone cracking up and drawing nonsense like pros.

1. Weird History

Picture Julius Caesar trying TikTok dances or a Viking lost in a coffee shop. History, but make it messy.

2. Bad Day at Work

Draw those epic fails like sending an email to the wrong boss or spilling coffee on your laptop… but way more ridiculous.

3. Pets Acting Like Jerks

That sneaky cat knocking stuff off the table or your dog ignoring you while begging for snacks. Relatable chaos.

4. Awkward Family Photos

Imagine those painfully funny group photos — Uncle Joe making weird faces, or Grandma rocking sunglasses indoors.

5. When Food Fights Back

Ever seen a sandwich slap a hand away? Neither have I, but now you get to draw it.

6. Party Disasters

That one time someone brought karaoke to a chill night or the cake got smashed before it was cut.

7. Awkward Crush Moments

Like texting “hey” and immediately regretting it, or tripping while trying to look cool.

8. Weird Superpowers

Flying? Nah, try sneezing confetti or turning invisible but only when nobody’s looking.

9. Bad Movie Scenes

Draw a hero falling off a cliff or a villain slipping on a banana peel — cheesy but gold.

10. Stuff That Shouldn’t Be Pets

Imagine a pet dinosaur or a goldfish that’s actually a secret agent. Totally normal, right?

FAQs About Gartic Phone

1. Is Gartic Phone free to play?

Yes! Gartic Phone is completely free and playable on any web browser — no downloads needed.

2. How do I join a Gartic Phone game?

Just visit garticphone.com and either create a lobby or click “Public Lobby” to join random games.

3. How many players can play Gartic Phone?

Up to 30 players can join, but 4-10 players usually make for the best experience.

4. What is the “telephone drawing game” aspect?

It’s the way prompts and drawings pass from person to person, evolving hilariously — just like the classic telephone game but with doodles.

5. Can I use Gartic Phone prompts from friends?

Absolutely! Using funny or inside-joke prompts makes the game even more entertaining and personal.

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