Get the Ick vs. Ok Play: Which Party Game Is Right for Your Group?

If you've been shopping for adult party games lately, you've probably seen two titles that sound like they belong in a relationship advice column: Get the Ick and Ok Play. Both promise laughs, both lean into cringe humor, and both are made by Big Potato Games. But they deliver very different experiences. One is about roasting your friends' questionable tastes; the other is about testing how well you know—or don't know—your group's boundaries.

So which one should land on your game shelf? We’ve played both, and we’ll walk you through the key differences so you can pick the right fit for your next game night.

What Is Get the Ick?

Get the Ick is a card game built around cringe. Players take turns reading a scenario—like 'someone who uses 'live, laugh, love' unironically'—and everyone else votes on whether that gives them 'the ick.' The player with the most ick-inducing cards wins. It's fast, brutally honest, and designed for groups who aren't afraid to poke fun at pet peeves.

The game works best with 4 to 8 players and takes about 20 minutes per round. There's no strategy beyond knowing your friends' triggers. If your group loves inside jokes and calling each other out, Get the Ick delivers. But if someone's easily offended, the humor can land wrong.

• Best for: Friends who roast each other regularly and want a lighthearted way to rank cringe.

What Is Ok Play?

Ok Play flips the script. Instead of pointing out what grosses people out, it asks how far your group would go for a laugh. Cards present dares, confessions, and weird scenarios, and players vote 'ok' or 'not ok.' It's less about judging others and more about revealing your own limits. The game encourages storytelling and debate, making it a better fit for mixed company or newer friend groups.

Ok Play also supports 4 to 8 players and plays in 20 to 30 minutes. The dares are optional, so no one has to do anything they're uncomfortable with. That flexibility makes it a safer choice for coworkers or acquaintances. The trade-off is that the humor can feel tamer if your group is already comfortable with edgy topics.

• Best for: Groups that want to learn surprising things about each other without crossing lines.

Key Differences at a Glance

Both games share a voting mechanic and a focus on social humor, but the tone sets them apart. Get the Ick is reactive—you're reacting to things you hate. Ok Play is proactive—you're deciding what you'd actually do. That difference matters if you're hosting a party with varied personalities.

Get the Ick tends to produce louder, more competitive energy because players want to 'win' by being the most icky. Ok Play feels more conversational; the winner is often just the person who told the wildest story. If your group leans competitive, Get the Ick might spark more arguments. If you prefer laughs over scores, Ok Play keeps things chill.

• Get the Ick: reactive, competitive, cringe-focused. Ok Play: proactive, conversational, boundary-respecting.

Which One Should You Buy?

If your group already owns games like Dumb Questions to Ask Your Friends or Herd Mentality and loves the 'callout' style, Get the Ick is a natural next step. It's perfect for game nights where everyone's already comfortable being brutally honest. Just know that some players might feel singled out if they're the target of multiple ick cards.

Ok Play is a better pick if you're hosting a mixed group—maybe friends plus partners, or coworkers who don't know each other well. It still delivers laughs but with an off-ramp if someone doesn't want to participate. For a balanced collection, many players end up buying both: Get the Ick for rowdy nights and Ok Play for inclusive hangouts.

• Get the Ick: buy for close friends who love roasting each other. Ok Play: buy for broader groups or first-time game night hosts.

There's no wrong choice between Get the Ick and Ok Play—just the right one for your crowd. If your game night thrives on cringe and competition, Get the Ick will have everyone groaning and laughing in equal measure. If you want a game that sparks conversation and keeps everyone comfortable, Ok Play is the safer bet. Either way, you're getting a solid party game from Big Potato Games that'll make your next gathering memorable.