No app. No sign-up. Just share a code and play with friends — right in your browser.
Play Now — It's FreeCreate a Room
Tap the button above and you'll get a 4-letter room code instantly.
Share the Code
Send the code to your friends — they join on any device, no download needed.
Get Your Letter
A random letter appears. Every answer you give must start with that letter.
Race the Clock
Fill in as many categories as you can before time runs out.
Review & Score
Players review each other's answers. Unique answers earn bonus points. Challenge duplicates!
No paywalls, no premium tiers, no sign-up. Just play.
Works on phones, tablets, and desktops. If it has a browser, it can play.
See answers live. No waiting for turns — everyone plays at the same time.
From "Types of Pasta" to "Things That Are Cold" — the variety keeps every round fresh.
Think someone's answer is bogus? Challenge it and let the group decide.
Adjust the timer, number of categories, and rounds to fit your group.
| Feature | Category Frenzy | Scattergories |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $25+ board game |
| Players | 2–20+ | 2–6 |
| Setup Time | Instant | 5–10 min |
| Device | Any browser | Physical board |
| Remote Play | Built-in | Not supported |
| Categories | 170+ | ~200 (fixed lists) |
| Scoring | Auto + challenges | Manual |
Category Frenzy is an independent online word game inspired by the classic category-based party game genre. It's not affiliated with Hasbro or the Scattergories brand, but fans of Scattergories will feel right at home.
No. Category Frenzy runs entirely in your browser. No app install, no sign-up — just open the link and play.
There's no hard limit. Games work great with 2–20+ players. Everyone joins with the same 4-letter room code.
Yes, 100% free. No hidden costs, no premium features locked behind a paywall.
Absolutely. Category Frenzy is designed mobile-first and works on any smartphone, tablet, or computer with a modern browser.
You earn points for valid answers. If your answer is unique (nobody else wrote it), you get bonus points. Other players can challenge answers they think are invalid.