Bluffing
Acronymie
NASA: Naps Are Seriously Awesome?
A real acronym, a made-up meaning: the funniest one wins. And what does it really stand for?
- 3–10 players
- 3–8 rounds
- about 10 min
- Family · Adults
Free until November 30 Public beta. After that, part of the subscription.
How to play
The TV shows a real acronym, like NASA or ASAP. Make up what it stands for on your phone.
One word per letter, in order. Small words like "of" or "the" can slip in anywhere.
The answers come up with no names: vote for the funniest, never your own. Each vote is a point.
the bragging rights
How to win
- Every vote for your answer: 1 point.
- Wrote the same answer as someone else? You both score.
- Most points after 5 rounds wins.
see it before you play
A round, step by step
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The setup
The TV shows a real acronym, like NASA or ASAP. Make up what it stands for on your phone.
1 / 4
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The play
One word per letter, in order. Small words like "of" or "the" can slip in anywhere.
2 / 4
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The reveal
The answers come up with no names: vote for the funniest, never your own. Each vote is a point.
3 / 4
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The scores
End of the game. Most points after 5 rounds wins.
4 / 4
On the TV and on your phone
On the TV
The acronym, then the answers without names, who wrote what and the real meaning.
On your phone
A box for your answer, with the acronym's letters lighting up as you go, then your vote.
Acronymie: questions
How many people can play Acronymie?
3 to 10 players. Everyone plays on their own phone, and guests never pay.
Do we need an app or controllers?
No. Open pantouflard.ca/tv on the TV (a browser, a Chromecast or a plugged-in laptop). Phones scan the code and play in their browser.
Is Acronymie free?
Yes, during the beta. Free until November 30. After that, it's part of the host's subscription. Guests never pay.
Is it OK for kids?
Yes. The host picks the tone in the lobby: Family keeps every prompt friendly, Adults makes them spicier.
How long does a game take?
Count on about 10 min. The host can change the number of rounds.
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Make it up!
Open Pantouflard on your TV, everyone scans in, and you're playing.