Among Us is a popular multiplayer social deduction game where players are assigned roles on a spaceship. The objective is to complete tasks or eliminate impostors, depending on your role. The game is known for its simple yet engaging gameplay, deception mechanics, and high replayability. Players must work together to maintain the ship while figuring out who among them are impostors trying to sabotage the mission.
Key features include: • Two primary roles: Crewmates (task-completers) and Impostors (saboteurs) • Task-based gameplay: Crewmates must complete tasks to win • Sabotage mechanics: Impostors can disrupt progress • Emergency meetings: Players can call meetings to discuss and vote out suspected impostors • Host options: Customizable settings for game balance • Cross-platform compatibility • Free and paid cosmetics: Customize your character with skins, hats, and pets
The game is beloved for its casual yet strategic depth, making it accessible to both new and experienced players.
What is the minimum number of players required to play Among Us?
A game of Among Us requires at least 4 players to start, with a maximum of 15 players. The ideal number of players depends on the desired intensity of the game.
What do Crewmates and Impostors do?
Crewmates must complete all tasks on the map to win, while Impostors must sabotage the ship and eliminate Crewmates without being caught. Impostors can use vents to move around undetected.
How do players identify Impostors?
Players can identify Impostors by reporting dead bodies, calling emergency meetings, or ejecting suspicious players during discussions. If a majority votes to eject a player, they are removed from the game.