Skribbl.io

Multiplayer drawing and guessing game

⏱ 15-45 min👥 2-12⚡ Easy📱 Mobile-friendly🌐 Plays in browser

Opens in a new tab · No downloads required

Our Verdict

The best free substitute for Jackbox-style party games in the browser. Private rooms with custom word lists make it infinitely replayable for any group.

What We Like

✓Private rooms with fully custom word lists — works for any subject or occasion
✓No account or download required — share a link and play immediately
✓Supports up to 12 players with adjustable round count and draw time
✓Voting system removes offensive drawings automatically

Watch Out For

✗Drawing tools are basic — no layers, fill bucket is imprecise on fast connections
✗Public lobbies can have toxic chat; private rooms with friends are the better experience
✗No voice chat built in — you'll want a Discord call running alongside

How to Play Skribbl.io

1Create a private room or join a public lobby — no account needed
2When it's your turn to draw, you'll pick one of three word options
3Draw using the pencil, shapes, fill, and color tools within the time limit
4Other players type guesses into the chat box — correct guesses score points based on speed
5The faster you guess, the more points you earn; the artist earns points for each correct guess
6Rotate through all players then tally scores — most points after all rounds wins

Controls

mouse: Draw with left click and drag; select tools and colors from the toolbar
keyboard: Type guesses into the chat box; Enter to submit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use custom words in Skribbl.io?▾

Yes. When creating a private room, paste your custom word list into the Custom Words field (one word per line). You can mix custom words with the default dictionary or use only your own words.

How many players can join a Skribbl.io room?▾

Up to 12 players in a single room. Public lobbies fill automatically; private rooms accept up to 12 people via invite link.

Is Skribbl.io free?▾

Completely free with no account required. There are no paid tiers, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.

Game Details

Developer: Timo Bäuerle
Released: 2016
Players: 2-12
Session: session
Difficulty: Easy
Mobile: Yes
Embeddable: Yes