the science of play at work
PPT Karaoke
Present like a pro, even when you don't know what's coming next
PLAYERS
Minimum:
2
Maximum:
16
Ideal:
8
EXPERIENCE
Duration:
Medium
Physical:
Yes
Virtual:
Yes
CLASSIFICATION
Genre:
Presentation
Dynamic 1:
Dynamic 2:
Adaptability
Applied Knowledge
COMPLEXITY
To Play:
Intermediate
To Setup:
Simple
To Custom:
Intermediate
MATRIX
Instinct:
Act
Intent:
Why
BONDING
Materials
VIRTUAL SETUP
+ presentation slides (the more random, the better)
Physical Setup
First, assemble the slides for the game or use a premade deck. The key to success is that the slides have a surprise factor. They don't have to be complicated. Sometimes simple images can do the trick.
Next, determine a presentation order. This could be individuals or teams.
Finally, project or share the screen for everyone to see.
Virtual Setup
Since the game just requires a shared presentation screen, it is easy to adapt digitally. Either have players progress the slides themselves or let a facilitator control the pace.
Gameplay
Round 1: Show the first slide. The first player or team has a set amount of time (i.e. 30-60 seconds) to present what's on the slide. When the time is up, the next slide and player/team presents.
Round 2+: When everyone has presented, either continue in the same way or consider adding some other layers (see game variants)
Endgame: The main goal is laughter, but there are some competitive options to determine winners, such as favorite or most impressive performances.
Variations
Battle: Pit individuals or groups against each other in a back and forth presentation, using slides as transitions between people.
Secret Word: Presenters pick from a container of random words that they must sneak into their pitch without others noticing. The group votes at the end.
Random Topic: Instead of secret words, the presentation itself must be about the word, regardless of the accompanying slides.
Pulse Check
Q. Does everyone seem open to keep playing? Are the disengaged able to be more engaged?
Q. Are people having fun — smiling, laughing, in deep thought?
Q. Do you hear productive strategizing about how to improve round-to-round?
BUILDING
Act
Position the reflection around the need to be in motion and see measurable progress:
How did your team define success? What indicated you were on the right track?
What game insights can you apply to better handle future times of crisis or uncertainty?
Did this game give you any ideas about how to activate team skills and resources in new ways?
Why
Position the reflection around the purpose of playing as a collective group:
Did certain players enjoy the game more than others? Why or why not?
Why did you engage the way you did? Would anything have helped increase your engagement?
Did the outcome surprise you? Why or why not?