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What is Gnoshambo?

Gnoshambo is abstract rock-paper-scissors. You submit short “shapes” — people, places, things, or ideas — instead of gestures.

An AI judge compares what everyone submitted and picks a winner with brief reasoning.

How to Play

  • Get challengers (in Play) or join a Throwdown.
  • Enter a shape.
  • Lock it in.
  • The judge reveals the outcome and reasoning.

Modes

Play

Solo: you vs challengers.

Throwdown

Live lobby: 2+ players; the host triggers judging when everyone is ready.

Daily

One daily prompt or challenge.

Favorites

Saved rounds you can revisit.

Judging (quick version)

  • The judge picks a winner among the shapes submitted in that round.
  • Reasoning is short on purpose.
  • Results can feel creative or persona-driven — that’s expected.

Troubleshooting

Can’t find a lobby code?
Check for typos; codes expire after 24 hours.
Stuck?
Refresh, or use “Refresh now” on Throwdown.
Mobile tips
Share the link; toasts appear briefly; scroll if needed.

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