How to play Impostor
Everything you need to know to start playing the ultimate social deduction game with your friends and family.
Getting started
1
Download the app
Get Cluso from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad
2
Gather your friends
You need at least 3 players, but it's more fun with 6-20 people
3
Start Impostor
Launch the Impostor game mode and pass the device around
4
Pass the phone
One device is all you need - everyone takes turns looking
Impostor
The ultimate social deduction game. Find the impostor among your friends before time runs out.
How to play:
- Everyone closes their eyes except the impostor(s)
- The impostor sees who else is an impostor
- Everyone opens their eyes and discusses who might be the impostor
- Vote to eliminate someone you think is the impostor
- The person with the most votes is eliminated
- Repeat until all impostors are found or they outnumber the innocents
Tips:
- Pay attention to suspicious behavior and inconsistencies
- As an impostor, try to blend in and deflect suspicion
- Ask probing questions to catch impostors in lies
- Don't eliminate randomly - think strategically
Master the game
For Innocents
Watch for nervous behavior, contradictions, and players who deflect questions
For Impostors
Stay calm, act natural, and vote strategically to blend in with the group
Discussion Phase
Ask specific questions and listen carefully to everyone's responses
Voting Strategy
Don't vote randomly - build alliances and think about who benefits most