This or That
Icebreaker · ⏱ 5 min · 2–100 peopleFast-paced choices that reveal your team's personality — one preference at a time.
What is it?
A series of quick either-or choices — Beach or Mountains? Coffee or Tea? Planner or Improviser? Everyone picks instinctively, no explanations needed. Results are visualized so the group can see where they align and where they split.
When to use it
- As an icebreaker at the start of a workshop or meeting
- With new teams to spark conversation without pressure
- With remote teams — works perfectly async or live on a call
Use this template
Create your free account, search for “This or That” in the Start from template section and click Use template — a copy is added to your account instantly. From there you can swap in your own pairs or add more rounds.
How is this experience built?
- A series of This or That slides, each presenting two options
- Results shown instantly as a split visualization — who picked which side
- The best moments happen when the split is unexpected
- Optionally, a final open-ended slide: “Which result surprised you most?”
Sample pairs to get you started
- Beach or Mountains?
- Coffee or Tea?
- Planner or Improviser?
- Early bird or Night owl?
- Text or Call?
- Dogs or Cats?
- Introvert or Extrovert?
- Summer or Winter?
Tips
- 6–8 pairs is the sweet spot — more and it loses energy
- The best moments happen when the split is unexpected
- Let the results spark a quick conversation before moving on
- Mix work-related pairs with personal ones for more texture
All 5-minute team games are one click away
Create your free account, search for the game you want in the Start from template section and click Use template. Share the link with your team and start playing.
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