FAQ

How is rarity decided?

By the players. Each answer's rank comes from the share of today's players who gave it. In the first minutes of the day, before enough people have played, we use our own estimate, then switch to the crowd. Ranks are provisional until close and final at midnight, Sydney time.

Why did my rank change after I played?

Because more people played after you. If lots of later players gave the same answer, it becomes more common and its rank drops (and the other way round). Your final marks are set at close.

Where do the answers come from?

Each prompt has a list of accepted answers we put together from reference sources (official lists, registers, encyclopaedias and so on), then check by hand. Aliases and common spellings are included.

Why wasn't my answer accepted?

Probably because it isn't on our list yet. We review answers that players tried but weren't accepted, and add the fair ones. If you think we missed one, email support@outlier.today.

Why did it ask “Did you mean…?”

We allow small typos. If your guess only matched after we corrected it, we check with you before it scores, so a typo can't turn into a different answer. You can turn this off in Settings.

Do wrong guesses cost anything?

No. Keep guessing until the timer runs out, or pass.

When do new prompts come out?

Midnight, Sydney time, every day. The day number at the top is the same for everyone in Australia.

What are syndicates?

Private leaderboards for your firm, team, cohort or friends. Create one and share the invite link. Everyone's results go on one table, daily and over 7 days.

What does Outlier Pro include?

The full archive of past days and themed packs. The daily round stays free and is the only round on the main leaderboard.

How do I cancel Outlier Pro?

Any time, from “Manage subscription” in Settings. You keep access until the end of the period you've paid for.

Do I need an account?

No. Pick a handle and play. Your progress is saved in this browser. Add your email in Settings (we send a link, no password) to keep your streak and Pro on other devices.

Can my company or brand work with Outlier?

We're open to sponsored packs and partnerships. Email hello@outlier.today.