Struggling to spark fresh conversations in your digital products community? Hypothetical scenario prompts inspire members to imagine, play, and problem-solve together. These ready-to-use templates make it easy to drive engagement and creativity.
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Hypothetical scenarios invite members to step out of their routine thinking and explore new perspectives. By presenting playful or thought-provoking 'what if' situations, you lower the barrier to participation and encourage even shy members to share ideas. These prompts trigger creative thinking and personal reflection, helping members connect over shared experiences or aspirations.
Scenarios work especially well in digital products communities, where innovation and problem-solving are core values. By asking members how they would respond to unusual challenges or opportunities, you foster a culture of imagination and open dialogue. This not only boosts engagement but also uncovers fresh insights and fun interactions.
If your favorite digital product suddenly doubled in price, what would you do?
💡 Example: "If your favorite design tool doubled in price overnight, would you keep using it or look elsewhere?"
Imagine you could add any feature to your go-to app. What would it be?
💡 Example: "You can add any feature to your favorite project management app. What do you add and why?"
What if all digital products had a 24-hour free trial - how would it change your choices?
💡 Example: "If every SaaS tool offered a 24-hour trial, would you try more tools or stick to your favorites?"
Suppose you could only use one digital product for a month. Which one and why?
💡 Example: "You can only use one productivity app for a whole month. Which do you choose and why?"
What would you do if your most-used app crashed for a whole day?
💡 Example: "If Notion went down for 24 hours, how would you get your work done?"
If you could swap roles with a digital product designer for a week, what would you focus on?
💡 Example: "Imagine you are the lead designer at Figma for a week. What is your top priority?"
Imagine a world where all digital products are open source. What changes for users?
💡 Example: "If all your favorite apps went open source tomorrow, how would that affect your workflow?"
What if a new update removed your favorite feature? Would you keep using the product?
💡 Example: "The latest version of your calendar app removes reminders. Do you stay or switch?"
If you could magically fix one bug in any digital product, which would it be?
💡 Example: "You can instantly fix any bug in your workflow. Which bug do you choose?"
Suppose a digital product you rely on will shut down next month. What is your backup plan?
💡 Example: "If Trello announced it's closing, what would you use instead?"
If you could build a dream team to create a new app, who would you invite?
💡 Example: "You can pick any experts to make your dream productivity app. Who is on your team?"
Imagine you have unlimited budget to improve any digital product. What would you upgrade first?
💡 Example: "With unlimited resources, what is the first thing you would add to your favorite design software?"
What if you could test digital products before they launch? What would you look for?
💡 Example: "If you could be a beta tester for any new app, what features would you focus on?"
Suppose all your digital subscriptions are canceled. Which one do you renew first?
💡 Example: "If every subscription you have ended, which would you bring back first?"
If you could combine two digital products into one, which would you choose?
💡 Example: "Combine any two apps you use. What would the ultimate hybrid app do?"
Imagine a digital product with no user interface. How would you interact with it?
💡 Example: "If your favorite app had no screens or buttons, how would you use it?"
What if every digital product you use today vanished tomorrow?
💡 Example: "Imagine all your current tools just stopped working. What do you do next?"
If you could gift a digital product to a friend, which one would you pick and why?
💡 Example: "You can give one app as a gift to a friend. What do you choose?"
Suppose you are tasked to rebrand a popular digital product. What would you change?
💡 Example: "How would you redesign Slack's logo or interface?"
If you could only use digital products made in your country, which would you miss most?
💡 Example: "If you had to give up all foreign-made apps, which one would be hardest to lose?"
Imagine your digital product could talk. What would it say to you?
💡 Example: "If your calendar app could talk, what advice would it give?"
What if your favorite app had a secret feature nobody knows about?
💡 Example: "Invent a secret feature for your favorite time tracker. What does it do?"
Suppose you could only access your digital products offline for a week. How would you cope?
💡 Example: "If you lost internet for a week, how would you use your apps?"
If you could name a new digital product, what would you call it?
💡 Example: "Come up with a name for a new AI writing assistant."
What would you do if all digital products had ads by default?
💡 Example: "If every app you use started showing ads, would you pay to remove them?"
Imagine you wake up and all your app data is gone. What do you rebuild first?
💡 Example: "If your notes app lost everything, what info would you try to recover first?"
Suppose you could time travel to see digital products in 10 years. What do you expect?
💡 Example: "How do you think note-taking apps will look in a decade?"
If you could trade places with a digital product founder, who would you pick?
💡 Example: "If you could be the CEO of any SaaS company for a day, who would you choose?"
Imagine a digital product that adapts perfectly to your mood. What does it do?
💡 Example: "Describe an app that changes based on whether you feel productive or relaxed."
What if you had to explain your favorite app to someone from 1995?
💡 Example: "How would you explain Spotify to someone who only knows cassette tapes?"
Suppose digital products could only use one color. Which would you pick?
💡 Example: "If all your apps had to be blue, would you like it or miss other colors?"
If you could create a mascot for your go-to digital product, what would it be?
💡 Example: "Design a mascot for your note-taking app. What animal or character fits?"
Imagine a digital product that helps with a daily task you hate. What is it?
💡 Example: "If an app could automate any annoying chore, what would you want it to do?"
What if your favorite digital product switched to voice-only commands?
💡 Example: "If you had to use your calendar app with only voice commands, how would it go?"
Suppose every digital product you own had a hidden Easter egg. What would you want to find?
💡 Example: "If your favorite app had a secret mini-game, what would it be?"
If you could instantly master any digital product, which would you pick?
💡 Example: "Which design tool would you want to master overnight?"
Imagine a world where all digital products were free. How would the industry change?
💡 Example: "If every productivity app were free, would companies still innovate?"
What if your favorite digital product had a physical version?
💡 Example: "If your note app existed as a notebook, would you use it more?"
Suppose your digital product could only work for one hour a day. How would you adapt?
💡 Example: "If you could access your task manager for just 1 hour, what would you prioritize?"
If you could change the sound effects in your favorite app, what would you choose?
💡 Example: "Would you pick a calm chime or a cartoon effect for your email app notifications?"
To use these templates, simply copy and paste a scenario into your community platform and invite members to respond. Rotate between lighthearted and more serious prompts to keep the atmosphere dynamic. Encourage everyone to share their thoughts, and consider following up with your own answer to get the ball rolling. Mix these posts into your regular content calendar to maintain engagement and spark ongoing discussions.
On all platforms, use clear formatting to highlight the scenario, such as bold text or emojis, and encourage replies with a direct question. Pin popular threads for visibility and remind members that all ideas are welcome.
They encourage creative thinking and invite members to share unique perspectives, making participation fun and accessible.
Yes, they are designed to be flexible and relevant for any community focused on digital products.
Use them weekly or mix them into your regular content schedule to keep engagement high without overwhelming members.
Absolutely. Feel free to adjust wording or add details to better match your community's tone and style.
Kickstart the conversation by sharing your own answer, tagging members, or reframing the scenario to make it more relatable.
Avoid sensitive or controversial subjects. Keep scenarios imaginative, inclusive, and focused on digital products.
Yes, engaging with replies encourages deeper discussion and shows members that their input is valued.