How to play MASH
- 1MASH stands for Mansion, Apartment, Shack, House - your possible future homes.
- 2Fill in your own options for each category: partner, job, car, city, and number of kids.
- 3Tap 'Spin for magic number' to generate a random counting number.
- 4The game counts through all your options, crossing one off at a time until a single one is left in each category.
- 5Your hilarious future is revealed one line at a time - where you'll live, who you'll marry, and more.
- 6Play again for a new magic number, or edit your options to change the possibilities.
MASH is a beloved pen-and-paper fortune-telling game from the schoolyard, where MASH stands for the four homes you might end up in: Mansion, Apartment, Shack, or House. You list a few options in each category, pick a magic number, and count through the choices eliminating one at a time until your 'future' is decided. This version does all the counting for you and works for one player or a whole group taking turns.
Frequently asked questions
What does MASH stand for?＋
MASH stands for Mansion, Apartment, Shack, and House - the four types of home the game predicts you'll live in. It's also the name of the whole fortune-telling game.
How does the magic number work?＋
The magic number is how many options you count before crossing one out. The game repeats this - counting and eliminating - until only one option remains in each category, which becomes your fortune.
Can I use my own options?＋
Yes! Edit the partner, job, car, city, and kids categories with any names or answers you like - the funnier the better. The Home row stays as the classic M-A-S-H.
Is it free?＋
Completely free, with no sign-up and no downloads. It runs right in your browser on any device.