Getting Started with That's so...Trivia
If you enjoy fast-paced word games but want something that tests actual knowledge instead of just vocabulary, That's so...Trivia fills that niche. It’s a mobile trivia app that throws a category and a timer at you – you have to type answers that fit before the clock runs out. What makes it stand out is the multiplayer focus: you can start a private game with friends using a four-letter room code, or jump into a public duel against a random opponent. After using it for about a month, I’ve found it’s a solid way to kill 10 minutes, but it has a few rough edges that keep it from being truly great.
How the Multiplayer Matches Work
Creating a room takes about 15 seconds. You pick a category pack – there are around 20 when you unlock them all, but the free version only gives you five, like “General Knowledge,” “Science & Nature,” and “Pop Culture 90s.” The host sets the round length (anywhere from 30 seconds to two minutes), then everyone gets the same list of subcategories and has to type unique answers. I’ve played with three friends over a video call, and the shared code system worked without any lag. The real challenge is that you cannot reuse an answer someone else already typed – the app shows a live feed of what your opponents submitted, so you have to think on your feet. The first few rounds felt chaotic, but once you get used to scanning the feed quickly, it becomes a satisfying mental sprint.
The Answer Checker: Fair or Frustrating?
That’s so...Trivia includes an auto-correct feature that tries to catch typos and close synonyms. In my experience, it’s more lenient than I expected – it accepted “Einstein” when I meant “Albert Einstein,” and even “soccer” for “football.” But it also rejected a perfectly valid answer once: “blue whale” was flagged because the system expected “blue whale (species)” – no explanation, just a red X. The disputes system lets you challenge that, and a moderator review typically takes a few hours. It’s not perfect, but for a free-to-play game, it’s better than nothing. One limitation: the auto-correct only works in English, so bilingual players might find certain answers unfairly disqualified.
What I Wish Was Different
After a few weeks, the biggest drawback is the limited free content. To access all category packs and avoid ads, you need a subscription (around $3.99/month), and there’s no one-time purchase option. The timer, while adjustable, still feels stressful – there’s no “pause” button if you get interrupted. Also, there’s no offline mode; you need a stable internet connection to even open the app. For a trivia game that relies on quick thinking, losing connection mid-round is more than annoying – it costs you the match. The leaderboard is mostly populated by players who grind daily, so casual users like me rarely crack the top 1000.
Who It’s Actually For
This app works best for people who already have a group of friends interested in word-based trivia. The private-room feature makes it a good choice for game nights or road trips (if you have reliable wifi). Solo players will find the duels functional but the matchmaking slow during off-peak hours. That's so...Trivia isn’t trying to replace a dedicated trivia board game – it’s a lightweight, mobile-friendly alternative that’s better than most free quiz apps I’ve tried. Just go in knowing you’ll eventually hit a paywall, and you won’t be disappointed.
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