Need help keeping your gaming community active and engaged? Spark lively conversations with quick, playful This or That prompts tailored for gamers. These easy-to-use templates make participation effortless for every member.
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This or That content taps into our natural instinct for choice, making participation almost irresistible. By presenting two clear, contrasting options, members can respond instantly without overthinking. This lowers the barrier to entry and encourages even shy or infrequent posters to join in.
For gaming communities, these prompts feel especially relatable and inclusive. They invite nostalgia, preferences, and playful debate over favorite games, characters, or experiences. The lighthearted tone keeps discussions positive and fun, building camaraderie and a sense of belonging.
PC gaming or console gaming - which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "PC gaming or console gaming - which do you prefer? I am team PC for the mods!"
Single-player stories or multiplayer battles?
💡 Example: "Single-player stories or multiplayer battles? I love epic solo adventures."
RPG or FPS - what gets you excited?
💡 Example: "RPG or FPS - what gets you excited? RPGs all day for the deep lore."
Play with friends or solo grind?
💡 Example: "Play with friends or solo grind? I usually grind solo to relax."
Open world or linear levels?
💡 Example: "Open world or linear levels? Open world for me!"
Saving the world or playing the villain?
💡 Example: "Saving the world or playing the villain? Villain stories are so fun."
Physical copies or digital downloads?
💡 Example: "Physical copies or digital downloads? I love collecting the boxes."
Early morning gaming or late-night marathons?
💡 Example: "Early morning gaming or late-night marathons? Night owl here!"
Strategy or action games?
💡 Example: "Strategy or action games? I like action for the pace."
Classic retro games or the newest releases?
💡 Example: "Classic retro games or the newest releases? Retro games for sure."
Keyboard and mouse or controller?
💡 Example: "Keyboard and mouse or controller? Keyboard and mouse all the way."
Grinding for loot or speedrunning?
💡 Example: "Grinding for loot or speedrunning? I love speedrunning!"
Voice chat or text chat during games?
💡 Example: "Voice chat or text chat during games? Text is less pressure for me."
Fantasy or sci-fi game worlds?
💡 Example: "Fantasy or sci-fi game worlds? Sci-fi for the tech!"
Achievement hunter or play for fun?
💡 Example: "Achievement hunter or play for fun? I just play for fun."
Boss fights or puzzle levels?
💡 Example: "Boss fights or puzzle levels? Boss fights are more exciting."
Mobile gaming or handheld consoles?
💡 Example: "Mobile gaming or handheld consoles? Handheld like my old DS."
Couch co-op or online multiplayer?
💡 Example: "Couch co-op or online multiplayer? Online is easier these days."
Play everything on release or wait for reviews?
💡 Example: "Play everything on release or wait for reviews? I always wait."
Customize your character or play as default?
💡 Example: "Customize your character or play as default? I spend hours customizing."
Play one game at a time or juggle a bunch?
💡 Example: "Play one game at a time or juggle a bunch? I juggle way too many."
Game sound on or music off?
💡 Example: "Game sound on or music off? Always sound on for immersion."
PvE or PvP games?
💡 Example: "PvE or PvP games? PvE is less stressful for me."
Favorite: indie games or AAA titles?
💡 Example: "Favorite: indie games or AAA titles? Indie all the way!"
Replay old favorites or always try new games?
💡 Example: "Replay old favorites or always try new games? I love replaying classics."
Story first or gameplay first?
💡 Example: "Story first or gameplay first? Story pulls me in every time."
Manual save or autosave?
💡 Example: "Manual save or autosave? Autosave is a lifesaver."
Fantasy creatures or realistic settings?
💡 Example: "Fantasy creatures or realistic settings? Give me dragons any day."
Stealth missions or all-out action?
💡 Example: "Stealth missions or all-out action? Stealth all the way."
In-game photos or focus on playing?
💡 Example: "In-game photos or focus on playing? I snap pics all the time."
Game with snacks or without?
💡 Example: "Game with snacks or without? Always snacks!"
Play games to relax or for the thrill?
💡 Example: "Play games to relax or for the thrill? I game to unwind."
Fantasy armor or practical outfits?
💡 Example: "Fantasy armor or practical outfits? Fantasy armor is cooler."
Explore every corner or main quest only?
💡 Example: "Explore every corner or main quest only? I cannot resist side quests."
Long cutscenes or skip to gameplay?
💡 Example: "Long cutscenes or skip to gameplay? I skip most of the time."
Voice acting or silent protagonists?
💡 Example: "Voice acting or silent protagonists? Voice acting adds a lot."
Play on easy or hardest mode?
💡 Example: "Play on easy or hardest mode? I like a challenge."
Join a guild or go solo?
💡 Example: "Join a guild or go solo? Solo for me."
Fast travel or walk everywhere?
💡 Example: "Fast travel or walk everywhere? I walk to enjoy the world."
Unlock everything or just finish the story?
💡 Example: "Unlock everything or just finish the story? I am a completionist."
Pick a template from the list and post it as a question in your community. You can use images, polls, or just text for added variety. Encourage members to explain their choices for deeper engagement. Rotate themes—such as genres, characters, or gaming habits—to keep things fresh. Respond to answers to keep the conversation flowing and make everyone feel seen.
Since these templates work across all platforms, adapt them as needed: use poll features on Discord and Facebook, Instagram Stories, or create a simple text post in forums or Slack. Add a relevant image or emoji to increase visibility and appeal. For platforms with reactions or voting, let members use those tools to choose their answer.
To boost participation, customize prompts to fit your community's favorite genres. For example, in an RPG group, ask 'Turn-based combat or real-time action?' or 'Story-driven quests vs. open-world exploration?'. FPS fans might engage more with 'Sniper rifles or shotguns?' or 'Team deathmatch vs. battle royale?'. Speak the language of your audience and reference familiar gameplay elements.
Focus on lighthearted or preference-based topics that encourage friendly discussion, such as 'Solo queue vs. premade squad' or 'PC gaming vs. console gaming,' rather than skill-based or controversial topics like 'Best player in the game.' Clearly set community ground rules about respectful discussion and moderate threads to prevent escalation.
Mix both trending and classic titles to appeal to a wider audience. For example, 'Elden Ring or The Witcher 3?' bridges current and iconic games. Keep an eye on new releases, esports tournaments, or gaming anniversaries and create timely prompts that tap into the ongoing buzz in the community.
Ask about specific gameplay mechanics that passionate gamers love to debate, such as 'Random loot drops vs. skill-based rewards?' or 'Grinding XP vs. completing quests for levels?'. Discussing mechanics lets members share strategies and experiences, fostering deeper engagement than basic surface-level prompts.
Frame prompts around event logistics or formats: 'Double-elimination bracket or round robin?', 'In-game voice chat or third-party apps like Discord?'. These questions double as engagement and informal polls, helping you crowdsource preferences for future events while keeping the conversation fun.
Create prompts that highlight platform-specific features or experiences, such as 'Controller or mouse & keyboard?' or 'PlayStation exclusives vs. Xbox exclusives?'. Encourage users to share their reasons and stories, helping to bridge gaps between console and PC gamers and fostering a more inclusive environment.
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