No. Songfest works perfectly with the free version of Spotify. Just download the app and you’re ready to play.

Once the song starts playing, tap the track in Spotify. The playback time appears in seconds, making it easy to see when 10 seconds have elapsed.

No. Scanning the QR code is optional. If you’re confident in your answer, you can skip the hint entirely.

They’re included for fun. After a question is answered, players can scan the QR code simply to listen and enjoy the song.

Yes. The instructions include an alternate setup for decade-limited play. Roll only the Category Die and rotate through your chosen decades each time the group finishes a full round. For example, if using only the ’80s and ’90s, play all players through an ’80s question, then switch to the ’90s, and continue alternating. All other rules remain the same.

Most music games focus on a single type of challenge or a narrow era. Songfest offers four unique categories and spans five decades of hits, making it accessible across generations. Plus, its built-in QR song hints via Spotify add an interactive layer you won’t find in most trivia games.

If your group is small, you can raise the winning score to extend the game. With 2–4 players, increasing the target to around 140 points works well. Larger groups (6+ players) can stick with the 100-point goal.

Because each card has multiple QR codes, your camera may accidentally lock onto the one above or below the intended code. Try blocking the extra codes with a card or hand, or designate one person as the official scanner to avoid misreads.

Songfest works with small or large groups. The recommended player count is 2-12 players.