Draw a Straw

Draw straws online with friends or on one device. Everyone chooses before the hand reveals the straws. The short one loses.

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Draw a Straw

The host gathers 2–16 players and starts the round to lock the player list. Each player chooses a different straw from the hand. Exactly one straw is short. All lengths stay hidden, even after everyone has chosen. Once all choices are in, the host presses Reveal straws. In local play, press the same button after the last player chooses. The player with the short straw loses.

For example, four friends decide who tidies the table. Add all four, start the round, and let each person choose a straw. All four choices stay hidden until you press Reveal straws. The straws slide out together; the friend with the short straw takes the turn.

Preparation

  1. Add player
  2. Start round
  3. Choose a straw.
  4. Everyone must choose before the straws can be revealed.
  5. Reveal straws

Play with friends

Create a room, copy its invitation, and let friends join with their saved names and avatars. The host starts when everyone is present. Late arrivals watch the current round. A disconnected straw player keeps their place: wait for them to return or cancel the round without revealing early. You can switch to an available straw before the reveal.

Invitation links join the room automatically. Turn Spectating on to watch, or off to play. You can change this in the join form or during preparation. The switch stays disabled until preparation opens again.

FAQ

When are the straws revealed?

The host gathers 2–16 players and starts the round to lock the player list. Each player chooses a different straw from the hand. Exactly one straw is short. All lengths stay hidden, even after everyone has chosen. Once all choices are in, the host presses Reveal straws. In local play, press the same button after the last player chooses. The player with the short straw loses.

Can we play without an online room?

Yes. Local play runs on one device. For straws, add players with generated names and avatars, edit them if needed, and pass the device around. Every player must choose before the reveal. Your own profile is shared with the other minigames and Scrum Poker.

How long does a room last?

Rooms expire after 24 hours without activity. If the host disconnects for 60 seconds, a connected player takes over. In online games, the server determines outcomes and keeps all participants on the same round.