Kick off your meetings with energy and connection! These ice breaker games and questions are perfect for building rapport, sparking creativity, and getting everyone involved—whether you’re meeting in person or virtually.
Ice Breaker Games
- Two Truths and a Lie
Each person shares two true facts and one lie about themselves. Others guess which is the lie. - Would You Rather?
Pose fun “Would you rather…” scenarios for quick, lighthearted debate. - Emoji Mood Check-In
Everyone shares an emoji that represents how they’re feeling today. - Virtual Scavenger Hunt
Ask participants to quickly find and show something from their workspace (e.g., “something blue,” “your favorite mug”). - Show and Tell
Team members bring an item that means something to them and share its story. - One-Word Ice Breaker
Everyone describes their current mood or week in a single word. - Speed Networking
Break into pairs for 2-minute chats, then rotate. - Desert Island
Ask: “If you were stranded on a desert island, what three items would you bring?” - Pictionary
Use an online whiteboard or paper for quick drawing challenges. - Guess the Baby Photo
Share baby photos and have the group guess who’s who.
Ice Breaker Questions
- What’s your favorite movie or TV show?
- If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
- What’s your go-to karaoke song?
- What’s the best meal you’ve ever had?
- What’s a fun fact most people don’t know about you?
- If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
- What’s your favorite way to unwind after work?
- Who inspires you the most?
- What’s a hobby you’d love to try?
- What’s your favorite book or podcast?
Quick Energizers
- Stretch Break
Lead a 1-minute group stretch to get everyone moving. - Name That Tune
Play a short music clip and have participants guess the song. - Rapid Fire Questions
Ask a series of quick, simple questions and go around the group for fast answers. - Themed Backgrounds
Encourage everyone to use a fun or themed virtual background and explain their choice. - Pet Parade
Invite team members to introduce their pets on camera. - Office Superlatives
Nominate colleagues for lighthearted awards (e.g., “Best Zoom Background”). - What’s in Your Mug?
Ask everyone to share what they’re drinking and why. - One-Minute Story
Each person tells a story from their life in just one minute. - Bucket List Share
Ask: “What’s one thing on your bucket list?” - Dream Job
“What did you want to be when you grew up?”
Use these games and questions to break the ice, boost energy, and create a more connected, engaged team atmosphere at your next meeting!
Catherine Fitzgerald is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Oak Innovation. With 30+ years of experience in the training and development industry, Catherine and her team at Oak Innovation are ideally positioned to help training professionals, business managers, and entrepreneurs access customizable training course material.
