2–12 players · 10–20 min · Drawing
Doodle Dash: draw it, guess it, fast
Doodle Dash is the drawing game where artistic talent matters far less than you think. One player gets a secret word and has to draw it; everyone else races to type the answer. Guess fast for big points, draw clearly to score with every correct guess, and enjoy watching your uncle try to draw a “traffic jam”. On PlayAdda the drawing appears live on every player’s screen, guesses are checked automatically, and the word stays hidden from everybody except the artist.
Draw with your finger. Guess by typing. Laugh a lot.
How to play
- Tap Start Doodle Dash, enter your name and share the code. Two to twelve players can join.
- In the lobby the host sets the drawing time and the number of rounds.
- On your turn as the artist you see three words. Pick one within 15 seconds (otherwise the first one is picked for you).
- Draw it on the canvas. Everyone sees your strokes appear in real time, and blanks show how many letters the word has.
- Guessers type answers into the chat. Wrong guesses appear for all to see (half the fun); correct guesses are hidden so others cannot copy.
- After everyone has had their turns, the highest score wins.
Rules for artists
- No letters, numbers or words in the drawing.
- No talking or hinting on the call while you draw, unless your group has agreed to allow “warmer/colder”.
- You may draw several pictures, arrows, and symbols, and use colour as much as you like.
- Use Undo to remove your last stroke and Clear to start over.
Rules for guessers
Type as many guesses as you like. Capital letters and extra spaces do not matter, but spelling does, so “samosa” works and “samoosa” does not. Once you have guessed correctly you are locked in for that turn and can sit back and enjoy everyone else’s confusion.
Scoring
| Who | Points |
|---|---|
| 1st correct guess | 10 |
| 2nd correct guess | 8 |
| 3rd correct guess | 6 |
| 4th correct guess | 4 |
| Every later correct guess | 2 |
| Artist, per correct guesser | 3 |
Drawing tips
- Start with the big shape. A circle with a stick reads as “lollipop” faster than a detailed sweet shop.
- Draw the context. For “Monsoon”, draw clouds, rain and an umbrella rather than trying to draw the word itself.
- Use colour. A yellow rectangle on a black road is a taxi in Mumbai before you even add wheels.
- Break it down. For two-word answers, draw both parts with a plus sign.
Frequently asked questions
Is Doodle Dash like Pictionary?
It is PlayAdda’s own draw-and-guess game, in the same spirit as the classic sketching party games. Pictionary is a trademark of Mattel; this game is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mattel.
Can I draw with my finger on a phone?
Yes. The canvas is built for touch. Pick a colour and brush size from the toolbar, and use Undo or Clear if a stroke goes wrong. A mouse or stylus works too.
How does scoring work?
The first correct guesser scores 10, the second 8, then 6 and 4, and everyone after that scores 2. The artist scores 3 points for every player who guesses their drawing.
Can I write letters or numbers in my drawing?
No. That is the one rule the app cannot check for you, so your group keeps it honest. Arrows, symbols like ? and = and simple dashes for the number of words are usually allowed.
How long does a game take?
The host chooses the drawing time (80 seconds by default) and how many rounds to play. In each round, every player draws once. A round with six players takes around ten minutes.
What if nobody guesses?
When time runs out, the word is revealed to everyone and the next artist starts choosing. The turn also ends early as soon as every guesser has got it.
Free, no app, no signup. Share the code and play.
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