Among Us

Frequently asked questions

• What is Among Us, and how is it played?

  

  It is an online multiplayer game developed by InnerSloth. It's set in a space-themed setting where players take on one of two roles: crewmates or impostors. Crewmates must complete tasks around the map, while impostors must sabotage their efforts and eliminate them without getting caught. The game's primary aim for crewmates is to complete all tasks or identify and eliminate the impostors. In contrast, the impostors' main goal is to kill enough crewmates or sabotage enough tasks so that they outnumber the crewmates.
• How does voting work in Among Us?

  

  Voting is an essential part of the gameplay. Once a dead body is reported or a player calls an emergency meeting, surviving players gather to discuss who they suspect to be an impostor. During this interactive discussion phase, players can vote on who they believe is an impostor based on the evidence presented. The player with the most votes is ejected from the game.
• What are the common tasks in Among Us, and what are their purposes?

  

  Tasks are objectives that crewmates must complete around the spaceship. These tasks range from simply swiping a card to more complex tasks like fixing wires or engines. The purpose of these tasks is to keep the crewmates busy and create opportunities for the impostor to discreetly eliminate the crew members. Once all tasks are completed, crewmates can win the game, even if the impostor is still alive.
• Can a player communicate with others during the game?

  

  Yes, but only under specific circumstances. During gameplay, players are not supposed to communicate with each other to maintain the game's suspense. However, communication is allowed and encouraged during voting time, where players discuss and present their arguments on who they suspect is an impostor.
• On which platforms can Among Us be played?

  

  It is highly versatile in terms of platform availability. Originally designed for iOS and Android devices, it was later introduced to Windows and can be purchased from stores like Steam. InnerSloth also plans to expand the game to consoles like PlayStation and Xbox.
• How many players can play Among Us at once?

  

  It can be played by 4 to 10 players at once. The game allows for multiple players to participate simultaneously, which contributes significantly to its engaging and sometimes chaotic gameplay.
• How does a player become an impostor?

  

  The role of a player in Among Us, whether as a crewmate or an impostor, is randomly assigned at the beginning of each game. Therefore, becoming an impostor is up to chance and cannot be manually selected or manipulated.
• Can a player leave the game anytime they want?

  

  Yes. Whether you're a crewmate or an impostor, you can leave the game anytime you want. Please note, though, if you leave mid-game frequently, there is a temporary ban system in place as this can affect the gameplay experience for other players significantly.
• What strategies can a player use as an impostor to win the game?

  

  As an impostor, various strategies could be deployed. You can pretend to execute tasks while looking for opportunities to eliminate crewmates discreetly. Sabotaging tasks is another effective strategy, creating chaos and distractions, allowing you to strike. Also, during voting time, deflecting suspicion onto other players and building trust among crewmates before striking are recommended strategies.
• What's the purpose of the Ghost?

  

  When players are eliminated from the game, they become ghosts. As a ghost, you can move through walls and observe the game without directly participating. If the ghost was a crewmate, they could still complete tasks, helping their team members win the game. Ghost impostors, on the other hand, can still sabotage tasks. Ultimately, the ghost's purpose is to keep eliminated players engaged in some manner.