Heads Up! in IOS

Play Charades with Friends!

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Our Expert Score

95/100

Heads Up! is arguably the best party game ever brought to a smartphone. It takes the classic 'Who am I?' concept and turns it into a high-energy, hilarious experience. The genius is in the use of the phone’s sensors—tilting the phone down when you’re right and up to pass makes the game move at a lightning pace.

What really elevates it is the video recording feature. Watching your friends or family frantically act out 'Batman' or 'A Penguin' after the round is over is usually funnier than the game itself. The variety of decks is massive, covering everything from 90s hits to Disney and blockbuster movies. It’s a permanent staple on my phone for any social gathering.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 5.1.128Wed Feb 25 2026

Why is the letter A like a flower? A bee comes after it!

Updates

• Celebrate Women all month long with "Invented by Women" and "Top Hits by Women"!

• It's time to party in "Green" playing seasonal Saint Patty's Day decks starting March 13.

• This version also includes visual and content updates.

Please update your game for the latest content. Happy Playing!


It's the game The New York Times called a "Sensation!" and Cosmopolitan raved “Your existence is dull and meaningless without this life-changing app!”

Get ready for endless fun with Heads Up!, the exhilarating charades-style party game that's taking the world by storm. Guess the words on the screen as your friends and family shout out clues.

With diverse categories ranging from Celebrities to Movies and Hilarious Accents, Heads Up! guarantees hours of laughter for everyone involved.

Now available to play through Facetime - where you can play with friends and family all over the world!

How to Play:

1. Select from over 100 themed decks or create your own custom category!

2. Hold the phone to your forehead and let the word guessing commence!

3. Tilt down for correct answers and up to pass on challenging words.

4. Keep the fun rolling with an extensive library of engaging trivia cards!

Decks You’ll Get:

- Celebrity Quiz

- Blockbuster Movies

- Animals

- Accents

- Superheroes

- Famous Characters

- And lots more!

Features:

- Enjoy group play with friends, team, or even hundreds of players simultaneously.

- Draw new word cards with a simple tilt of your phone.

- Keep priceless memories by recording gameplay videos to keep for yourself or share on social media

- Entertain everyone from trivia buffs to casual players with various difficulty levels.

- Updated frequently with seasonal and topical fun, plus huge brands like Harry Potter, Marvel, Seinfeld, Friends, Star Wars, and much more!

Heads Up! is the ultimate party game that combines the best elements of charades, trivia, and light-hearted team competition. Whether you're looking to liven up a family gathering or a game night with friends, this app is your ticket to endless fun. It's your super-affordable way to bring joy and laughter to any occasion.

Download Heads Up! now and let the unforgettable guessing games begin!


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

It's the game The New York Times called a "Sensation!" and Cosmopolitan raved “Your existence is dull and meaningless without this life-changing app!”

Get ready for endless fun with Heads Up!, the exhilarating charades-style party game that's taking the world by storm. Guess the words on the screen as your friends and family shout out clues.

With diverse categories ranging from Celebrities to Movies and Hilarious Accents, Heads Up! guarantees hours of laughter for everyone involved.

Now available to play through Facetime - where you can play with friends and family all over the world!

How to Play:

1. Select from over 100 themed decks or create your own custom category!

2. Hold the phone to your forehead and let the word guessing commence!

3. Tilt down for correct answers and up to pass on challenging words.

4. Keep the fun rolling with an extensive library of engaging trivia cards!

Decks You’ll Get:

- Celebrity Quiz

- Blockbuster Movies

- Animals

- Accents

- Superheroes

- Famous Characters

- And lots more!

Features:

- Enjoy group play with friends, team, or even hundreds of players simultaneously.

- Draw new word cards with a simple tilt of your phone.

- Keep priceless memories by recording gameplay videos to keep for yourself or share on social media

- Entertain everyone from trivia buffs to casual players with various difficulty levels.

- Updated frequently with seasonal and topical fun, plus huge brands like Harry Potter, Marvel, Seinfeld, Friends, Star Wars, and much more!

Heads Up! is the ultimate party game that combines the best elements of charades, trivia, and light-hearted team competition. Whether you're looking to liven up a family gathering or a game night with friends, this app is your ticket to endless fun. It's your super-affordable way to bring joy and laughter to any occasion.

Download Heads Up! now and let the unforgettable guessing games begin!


Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 277999 Counts
Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

Heads Up! is the fun and hilarious game that Ellen DeGeneres plays on her show. From naming celebrities, to singing, to silly accents—guess the word on the card that’s on your head from your friends’ clues before the timer runs out! Play one of the many exciting categories, or create a category all of your own!

Features

1

40+ themed decks

2

Video replay of rounds

3

Custom deck creator

4

Multiplayer fun for any group size

Tips

Promotion Videos

Heads Up! Trailer - YouTube

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No, once the decks are downloaded, you can play Heads Up! anywhere, making it perfect for camping or flights.

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