How to Play Identity Online

NBC's Identity is a new game show that requires the near perfect identification of 12 strangers a unique characteristic or profession. Contestants are guided by selected family and friends, game show host Penn Jillette and an enthusiastic studio audience. People who want to test their abilities to judge a person's identity can learn how to play Identity online.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet capability (DSL or better preferred)

1. Head to NBC's Identity Web page to begin (see Resources below).
2. Review the 12 unidentified figures on your game screen. The characters used for the online game of Identity are taken from people identified on the television show. Users should look at apparel or demeanor that leads to an obvious conclusion about the person's identity.
3. Read through the list of identities available before making your first selection. The identities range from specific job titles to distinctive actions done in the past. A common tactic in the television version of Identity is to make obvious choices early in the game.
4. Click on an identity and drag it until it covers the appropriate person. Release the mouse button when the person is highlighted in order to make your identity choice.
5. Take a risk later in the Identity game online if you still have your Mistaken Identity credit. Online game players can make one mistake each game without repercussions.
6. Seek expert advice while playing Identity by clicking on the "Ask The Experts" option. On the television show, there are 3 experts whom contestants ask for help on determining the right person for a specific identity. The online version of Identity allows users to ask the experts whether an identity choice has a high likelihood.
7. Choose the Tri-dentity option to make an identity selection easier in later rounds. Game players can click on the Tri-dentity icon during the game and select an identity. After selecting the identity, 3 characters remain for users to choose from.

Tips & Warnings

• Examine past episodes of Identity online to learn how the game is played. NBC features full versions of Identity on its website, which can be instructive for new online players.
• Realize that the prize money awarded on the online game of Identity cannot be claimed by users. This game is for entertainment purposes only and acts as a supplement to the television version.