Brackets: The Official Blog

Welcome to the official blog for Brackets, the ultimate social party game. Here we explore everything from fun group decision-making and debate topics to tips for your next game night. Discover new ways to play our live voting bracket game and find inspiration for your next friendly competition.

5 Creative Ways to Make Group Decisions Fair and Fun

Struggling with analysis paralysis in your team or friend group? Discover 5 creative, fair, and fun methods for group decision making that avoid arguments.

7 Fun, Non-Awkward Icebreakers for Your Next Work Meeting

Tired of cringey 'get to know you' questions? Discover 7 fun, non-awkward meeting icebreakers and team building activities that actually improve corporate culture.

A Fun Way for Teachers to Run Live Classroom Polls and Debates

Looking for student engagement tools? Discover how a live voting bracket can be a fun alternative to classroom polls for formative assessment and edtech games.

Best Free Mobile Party Games for Large Groups in 2025

Planning a party? Discover the best free mobile party games for large groups on iOS and Android that require no downloads and offer instant play for 10+ people.

Controversy/Debate: What is the Most Annoying Corporate Buzzword?

Synergy? Circle back? Low-hanging fruit? We rank the most annoying corporate buzzwords and office jargon. A hilarious debate for any office worker.

Food/Debate: What is the Most Overrated Food? A Controversial Ranking

Avocado toast? Bacon? Pumpkin spice? We're sparking a food debate with our controversial ranking of the most overrated food. Get ready for unpopular food opinions.

Funny/Absurd: Which Animal Would Win in a Fight? (A Ridiculous Bracket)

A grizzly bear vs. a gorilla? A swarm of geese vs. a honey badger? We settle the ultimate animal fight debate with a ridiculous and funny bracket.

Gaming/Meta: What is the Best Party Game of All Time?

What's the best party game ever? We pit Mario Kart vs. Jackbox and Cards Against Humanity vs. Among Us in the ultimate meta-debate for your next game night.

How to Create a Fun Tournament Bracket (Without a Complicated App)

Want to create a tournament bracket? Forget complex apps or printable Excel sheets. Discover an easy bracket maker for fun, social competitions online.

How to Plan a Bachelorette Party Itinerary Everyone Agrees On

Maid of honor duties stressing you out? Learn how to plan a bachelorette party and group trip itinerary that makes everyone happy, from activities to budget.

How to Settle Any Debate with Friends (5 Fun Methods)

Tired of fun arguments turning sour? Learn 5 creative and fair methods to settle any debate with friends and keep everyone happy. Find the ultimate solution!

Modern/Celebrity: Who is the Funniest Person Alive? A Bracket Challenge

Who is the funniest person alive? We seed a comedy bracket with the best comedians and famous actors. Settle this celebrity debate with your friends!

Modern Music: The 'Best Song to Play in the Car' Bracket Challenge

What are the best driving songs? We seed a bracket with classic rock, 90s hits, and pop music to find the ultimate road trip anthem. Settle the music debate!

Modern TV: The Definitive Bracket of the Best TV Show of the 21st Century

What's the best TV show of the 21st century? We seed a bracket with Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones, The Office, and more. Settle the Peak TV debate!

My Friends Can't Decide Where to Eat: Here's the Solution

Trapped in the 'I don't know, what do you want?' loop? Break free from food indecision with a fun, definitive solution for picking a restaurant with your group.

Raunchy/Funny: What's the Worst 'Ick' a Person Can Have?

From slow walkers to bad tippers, what's the worst ick? We rank the top relationship pet peeves and dating turn-offs in this viral TikTok trend debate.

Raunchy/Funny: Which Minor Inconvenience is the Absolute Worst?

What's the worst everyday problem? A wet sock? A paper cut? We rank the most annoying minor inconveniences in a hilarious debate of pet peeves.

Settling the Score: What is the Best Sport of All Time? A Bracket Challenge

What is the best sport of all time? We settle the football vs. soccer debate and more with a bracket ranking the world's most popular sports.

The Definitive 'Best Superhero' Bracket: A Ranking

Who is the best superhero of all time? We settle the Marvel vs DC debate with a definitive superhero ranking bracket, pitting Batman, Superman, and more.

The Easiest 'No-Signup' Game for Your Next Social Gathering

Looking for quick play, no account games? Discover the easiest no-signup game for your party that offers immediate, frictionless fun for everyone.

The Top 3 Party Games You Can Play Instantly with Just Your Phones

Need a game right now? Discover the top 3 party games on your phone that are web-based, require no app downloads, and offer instant play for groups.

Food/Debate: The Ultimate "Best Fast Food Chain" Bracket, Ranked

We settle the great fast food ranking debate! See our bracket for the top fast food chains and find out who wins in a battle of burger joints and pizza places.

The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Perfect Remote Game Night

Planning a virtual get-together? Our ultimate guide to hosting a remote game night covers setup, game ideas, and tips for connecting with friends online.

Using a Voting Bracket to Finally Name Your New Pet

Can't decide on a name for your new dog or cat? Learn how to name a pet with your family by turning the process into a fun and fair voting bracket.

Why a Live Voting Bracket Maker is More Fun Than a Simple Poll

Polls are boring. Discover why a live voting bracket maker offers more audience engagement and makes ranking choices more fun than a traditional survey tool.