What type of game is Betrayal?

Betrayal is a social deduction party game in the style of Werewolf and Mafia. Players are assigned hidden roles and must use deception, discussion and voting to win. It's the perfect game night app for 4-20 players.

How many players do I need?

Betrayal supports 4-20 players. The game automatically assigns the right number of Shadows based on your group size: 1 Shadow for 4-6 players, 2 for 7-12, 3 for 13-18, and 4 for 19+ players.

Do I need to create an account?

No! Just create a room to get a simple 3-word code. Share it with your friends and they can join instantly. No emails, no passwords, no hassle.

How long does a game take?

A typical game lasts 20-30 minutes in Short Form mode. This makes it perfect for quick rounds at parties or extended game nights with multiple sessions.

What makes Shadows different from Allies?

Shadows know who the other Shadows are from the start, giving them a secret advantage. Allies start knowing nothing and must work together to identify and eliminate all Shadows through discussion and voting.

What happens during the Night phase?

While Allies sleep, Shadows secretly vote to either Kill an Ally (eliminating them) or Recruit one (attempting to convert them to the Shadow team). The recruited player can accept or refuse the offer.

Is Betrayal like The Traitors TV show?

Yes! Betrayal captures the same tension as The Traitors TV show. Like The Traitors, players are secretly divided into two teams: the trustworthy (Allies/Faithfuls) and the deceptive (Shadows/Traitors). Shadows secretly eliminate Allies at night while trying to avoid detection during the day. If you love The Traitors, Betrayal lets you play a similar experience with your friends on your phone.

How to Play

Master the art of social deduction and hidden role gameplay. Learn everything you need to dominate your next game night.

Overview

Betrayal is a social deduction hidden role party game for 4-20 players. Hidden among your group are Shadows trying to eliminate everyone else. Can you identify them before it's too late? Players are secretly assigned roles: Allies (good) or Shadows (evil). Allies must work together to identify and banish the Shadows through voting. Shadows know each other and secretly eliminate or recruit Allies at night.

Teams & Roles

Allies

The majority of players
Don't know who anyone else is
Goal: Identify and banish all Shadows through voting

Shadows

1-4 players depending on group size (1 Shadow per ~7 players)
Know who each other are from the start
Goal: Eliminate all Allies through kills and banishments

Game Phases

The game cycles through these phases:

Role Reveal

Each player secretly views their role. Shadows see who their fellow Shadows are. Allies see nothing about other players.

Day Phase

Open discussion among all living players. Accuse, defend, form alliances, or stay quiet. The host triggers voting when ready.

Voting

All living players vote to banish one player or vote "No Banishment". Player with the most votes is eliminated and their role is revealed.

Minigames

Compete in challenges to earn advantages. Success can reveal clues, provide protection, or give your team an edge.

Night Phase

Allies sleep and wait. Shadows secretly convene and vote on ONE action: Kill (eliminate one Ally) or Recruit (convert one Ally to become a Shadow).

Night Results

The outcome of the night is revealed. If someone was killed, players learn who died. If someone was recruited, they privately learn they are now a Shadow.

Win Conditions

Team	Win Condition
Allies	All Shadows are eliminated
Shadows	All Allies are eliminated

Strategy Tips

For Allies

Pay attention to who accuses whom and voting patterns
Notice who seems to be coordinating without speaking
Be careful: accusing too aggressively makes you a target
Remember: dead players' roles are revealed, giving you information

For Shadows

Blend in with the discussion naturally
Consider sacrificing a fellow Shadow to gain trust
Coordinate your night votes: killing is safer, recruiting grows your team
Don't defend each other too obviously

Player Scaling

The number of Shadows scales automatically with your group size:

Players	Shadows
4-8	1
9-14	2
15-20	3
21+	4

Quick Reference

Get assigned a role (Ally or Shadow)
Day: Discuss and debate who might be a Shadow
Vote: Banish someone or vote "No Banishment"
Minigames: Compete for advantages
Night: Shadows secretly kill or recruit
Repeat until one team wins

Good luck, and trust no one.

Ready to Play?

Download Betrayal and host your first game tonight.