LenswysePlayful Icebreaker Game for Meetings & Workshops
You know the moment. Your meeting or workshop starts, everyone is there, and the energy feels flat. The usual icebreakers feel familiar fast, especially in teams that meet every week.
Lenswyse gives you a fresh warm-up format based on open-ended answers. You can adapt it endlessly, from light and funny questions to prompts that connect to real work or a workshop topic. Everyone answers in parallel and an AI applies the same criteria to every answer, so you do not have to judge people yourself. It takes five to ten minutes and suits both outspoken and more thoughtful participants.
Free plan available. Start a warm-up in minutes.
When to use it
- Your team is tired of the usual tools and you want something fresh.
- Multiple choice is too limiting and you want answers in people's own words.
- You want a clear winner, but you do not want to judge people yourself.
- You want variety with little prep (playful or work-related).
- You want fun that still connects to real topics, not random trivia.
How it works
1) You pick a question
Choose an open-ended question that people can answer in one short message.
Examples:
- "What one word best describes our team culture?"
- "If we had a team mascot, what would it be and why?"
You can add a sentence of context about your team or project so the judging matches the situation.
2) Everyone answers at the same time
People join with a code and type their answer on phone, tablet, or laptop. No accounts. No taking turns. No spotlight.
3) The AI judges fairly
The AI applies the same criteria to every answer, for example creativity, originality, and clarity. It scores the answer, not the person. That avoids the "boss liked that one" dynamic.
4) You get a quick shared moment
Results show up right away. You usually get a laugh, a surprising answer, or a small insight. Then you move on with a better vibe.
Sarah's answer: "The Avengers: Code Review Edition because we always assemble to save the day, but sometimes we argue about the best approach."
This answer stands out for its clever blend of pop culture and team dynamics. The movie reference is recognizable, and the explanation shows both humor and self-awareness about how the team works.
Example warm-ups you can run
"If our team were a movie, what would the title be and why?"
Good for identity, inside jokes, and creativity.
"What superpower would help us most this quarter?"
Light, but it naturally connects to real goals.
"Describe our team in three emojis."
Fast and reliably funny.
"What would you bring to a desert island that represents our team culture?"
A little more thoughtful, still playful.
Why this beats classic icebreakers
It does not feel recycled. Because answers are open-ended, the session never looks the same twice, even if you reuse a prompt.
No awkward judging. You do not have to pick winners or rank people. The AI applies the same lens to everyone.
It includes the quiet people. Everyone answers privately and simultaneously, which removes the "who speaks first" effect.
It scales well. Lenswyse supports up to 30 participants. Even with a full group, a round typically takes only about half a minute longer than with five people.
You can set the tone. Keep it friendly and professional, or choose a playful feedback style like British Humour, Savage Roast, or Kindergarten Teacher.
Try it in your next meeting
Run one round as a warm-up this week. Worst case, you spent five minutes and learned it is not for you. Best case, it becomes your go-to when you want more creative options.