Talking
The Pitch
but wait, there's more!
An absurd invention on the TV: give it a name and a slogan, then sell it out loud to the room. Best pitch wins!
- 3–10 players
- 3–5 rounds
- about 10 min
- All ages
Free until November 30 Public beta. After that, part of the subscription.
How to play
The TV shows an absurd invention. Give it a product name and a slogan on your phone.
On your turn, you're in the spotlight on the TV: sell it out loud before the timer runs out.
Everyone votes for their favourite pitch, never their own. Each vote is a point.
the bragging rights
How to win
- Every vote for your pitch: 1 point.
- The pitch with the most votes wins the round.
- Most points after 3 rounds wins.
see it before you play
A round, step by step
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The setup
The TV shows an absurd invention. Give it a product name and a slogan on your phone.
1 / 4
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The play
On your turn, you're in the spotlight on the TV: sell it out loud before the timer runs out.
2 / 4
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The reveal
Everyone votes for their favourite pitch, never their own. Each vote is a point.
3 / 4
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The scores
End of the game. The pitch with the most votes wins the round.
4 / 4
On the TV and on your phone
On the TV
The invention, then each seller in the spotlight, with product name, slogan and timer.
On your phone
Boxes for the name and slogan, your cheat sheet while you pitch, then your vote.
The Pitch: questions
How many people can play The Pitch?
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 The Pitch 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 Pitch suits all ages: there's no adult content.
How long does a game take?
Count on about 10 min. The host can change the number of rounds.
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Sell it!
Open Pantouflard on your TV, everyone scans in, and you're playing.