Virtual Truth or Dare - How to Play Over Text or Video Call
Complete guide to playing Truth or Dare remotely with friends. Learn how to play over text messages, Zoom, FaceTime, and other video platforms.
Published: February 9, 2026
Just because you can't be in the same room doesn't mean you can't have fun playing Truth or Dare! Whether you're in a long-distance relationship, have friends scattered across the country, or just want to play from the comfort of your own home, virtual Truth or Dare is a fantastic way to stay connected and have fun together. This complete guide covers everything you need to know about playing Truth or Dare over text messages, video calls, and other remote platforms. Browse more how-to guides and tips for different game modes.
Why Play Virtual Truth or Dare?
Virtual Truth or Dare offers unique advantages that make it perfect for remote play. It's convenient—no need to coordinate schedules or travel. It's accessible—anyone with a phone or internet connection can join. It's flexible—you can play for a few minutes or hours, whenever you have time. And it's perfect for maintaining connections with friends and loved ones who live far away.
For an instant virtual game experience, check out our text game mode designed specifically for remote play, or start a game with our regular game modes and share questions through your preferred platform.
How to Play Over Text
Playing Truth or Dare over text messages is simple and works great for groups or one-on-one conversations. Here's how to set it up and play:
Basic Text Game Rules
- Choose a platform: Use group chat (WhatsApp, iMessage, Discord, etc.) or play one-on-one through direct messages.
- Establish turn order: Decide who goes first (alphabetically, randomly, or volunteer). Then take turns in order.
- Ask the question: The person whose turn it is asks the next player "Truth or Dare?"
- Choose and respond: The player responds with "Truth" or "Dare," then receives their question or challenge.
- Complete and verify: The player completes their truth or dare and can send proof (photos, videos, or detailed descriptions).
- Move to next player: Once completed, it's the next person's turn to ask.
Text Game Etiquette
Playing over text requires some special considerations to keep the game fun and fair:
- Response time: Set expectations for how quickly players should respond. Some groups prefer quick responses (within minutes), while others allow longer (within hours or even days).
- Proof requirements: Decide if dares require proof (photos, videos, or detailed descriptions). This adds accountability and fun, but make sure everyone is comfortable with sharing.
- Skip rules: Establish how many times someone can skip, and whether skipping requires a penalty or alternative challenge.
- Privacy: Make sure everyone understands that screenshots and shared content should stay within the group unless explicitly agreed otherwise.
- Time zones: If playing across time zones, be patient with response times and consider scheduling specific play times.
How to Play Over Video Call
Video calls bring Truth or Dare closer to the in-person experience—perfect for virtual parties and group hangouts. You can see reactions, read body language, and interact in real-time. Here's how to set it up:
Zoom Setup
Create a Zoom meeting and share the link with all players. Use gallery view so everyone can see each other. Designate one person as the "question master" who reads questions, or take turns. Use screen sharing to display questions from our text game mode.
FaceTime Setup
Start a FaceTime group call with up to 32 people. Take turns asking "Truth or Dare?" and reading questions. You can use our website on your phone or tablet while on the call, or have questions prepared ahead of time.
Google Meet Setup
Create a Google Meet and share the link. Use grid view to see everyone. Take turns being the question reader, or use screen sharing to display questions. Google Meet works great for larger groups.
Discord Setup
Create a Discord server and voice/video channel. Use text channels for questions and voice/video for reactions and discussions. Discord bots can help randomize questions, or use our website and share questions in chat.
Video Call Best Practices
- Good lighting: Make sure everyone can see each other clearly. Face a window or use a lamp to light your face.
- Stable connection: Use a reliable internet connection. If someone's connection is poor, they can switch to audio-only or rejoin.
- Mute when not speaking: Reduce background noise by muting when it's not your turn.
- Screen sharing: Use screen sharing to display questions, making it easier for everyone to follow along.
- Recording: Only record if everyone explicitly agrees. Some people are uncomfortable being recorded.
Best Text-Friendly Questions
Not all Truth or Dare questions work well over text. Text-friendly questions should be easy to answer via message and don't require physical proximity. Here are 20+ questions perfect for text-based play:
Text-Friendly Truth Questions
- What's something you've never told anyone in this group?
- What's your most embarrassing moment from high school?
- What's something you do when you're alone that you'd never admit in person?
- What's your biggest fear that no one knows about?
- What's the worst lie you've ever told?
- What's something you're secretly good at?
- What's your most embarrassing Google search?
- What's something you've always wanted to try but haven't?
- What's your biggest pet peeve?
- What's something you're grateful for that you've never said out loud?
- What's the funniest thing that's ever happened to you?
- What's something you wish you could change about yourself?
- What's your most irrational fear?
- What's something you've done that would shock everyone here?
- What's your biggest regret?
Text-Friendly Dares
Text-friendly dares should be things players can do alone and prove via text, photo, or video. Here are 20+ dare ideas perfect for remote play:
Photo & Video Dares
- Send a selfie making your ugliest face.
- Record a video of you doing your best dance move.
- Take a photo of the weirdest thing in your room right now.
- Record yourself singing a song of the group's choice.
- Send a screenshot of your most recent text conversation.
- Take a photo of yourself doing a handstand (or your best attempt).
- Record a video doing your best impression of someone in the group.
- Send a photo of your fridge (or what's in it).
- Record yourself telling a joke that makes everyone laugh.
- Take a photo of yourself wearing something ridiculous.
Social Media & Communication Dares
- Post an embarrassing photo on your story for 1 hour.
- Change your profile picture to something the group chooses.
- Text your ex (or most recent contact) saying "I miss you."
- Let the group post one thing on your social media.
- Call a random contact and sing them happy birthday.
- Send a flirty text to someone the group chooses.
- Let someone go through your phone for 2 minutes (with permission).
- Read your last 5 text messages out loud to the group.
- Send a voice message saying something embarrassing.
- Let the group read your DMs (with your permission, of course).
Apps and Tools
Several apps and tools can enhance your virtual Truth or Dare experience:
TruthOrDare.fun
Our text game mode is specifically designed for remote play. It generates questions perfect for text or video calls, and you can share questions easily with your group.
Random Number Generators
Use random number generators or apps to pick who goes next, especially in larger groups. This adds fairness and removes decision-making pressure.
Timer Apps
Use timer apps to add time limits for responses or dare completions. This keeps the game moving and adds excitement.
Photo/Video Apps
Use photo editing apps or filters to make proof photos more fun. Add stickers, text, or effects to make your dare completions more entertaining.
Tips for Remote Gameplay
Here are some tips to make your virtual Truth or Dare sessions more fun and engaging:
- Set a schedule: For text games, set specific times when everyone checks in and responds. This keeps the game active and prevents it from stalling.
- Use emojis and reactions: Emojis help convey tone and emotion in text games. Reactions (like on Discord or iMessage) let players respond quickly without typing.
- Create a dedicated space: For video calls, encourage everyone to set up in a comfortable, private space where they can complete dares without interruption.
- Mix formats: Combine text and video—use text for questions and video for reactions and dare completions. This gives you the best of both worlds.
- Keep it light: Virtual play can feel different from in-person, so keep questions and dares appropriate for the format. Save the most intense challenges for when you're together in person.
- Be patient: Technical issues happen. Have backup plans (like switching to audio-only or continuing via text) if video calls have problems.
- Respect privacy: Not everyone is comfortable sharing photos or videos. Make sure all proof requirements are optional and agreed upon beforehand.
Ready to Play Virtually?
Now that you know how to play Truth or Dare virtually, it's time to gather your friends and start playing! Our text game mode is specifically designed for remote play, with questions perfect for text messages and video calls. You can also use any of our other game modes and share questions through your preferred platform.
Whether you're playing over text, Zoom, FaceTime, or any other platform, virtual Truth or Dare is a fantastic way to stay connected with friends and have fun together, no matter how far apart you are. So pick your platform, gather your group, and let the virtual fun begin!
Start Your Virtual Truth or Dare Game
Ready to play with friends remotely? Try our text game mode with questions perfect for text messages and video calls.