Game guide
Hug or Pass — The two roles and what each one does
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OverviewHug or Pass [TOWER] splits players into two roles: the Hugger, who decides whether to hug or pass on each Contender, and the Contenders, who try to win that hug. A room holds up to 28 players at once. This guide covers how both roles work and how to earn every badge.
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The two roles and what each one does
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Your whole experience depends on which role you are playing, so understand both before you start.
Every session runs with one Hugger and a group of Contenders. The Hugger makes all the decisions; the Contenders compete to influence those decisions.
| Hugger | looks at each Contender and picks either Hug or Pass |
| Contender | puts their best self forward to convince the Hugger to choose Hug |
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Becoming the Hugger
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Taking the Hugger role unlocks its own badge and flips your whole objective for that round.
As the Hugger you are the decision-maker. Every Contender is trying to win you over.
- Earn the role gain the Hugger position during a session
- Make your call look at each Contender and choose Hug or Pass
- Claim the badge becoming the Hugger unlocks the Become Picker! badge the moment you take the role
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The like-based badge ladder
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Each milestone unlocks a new badge automatically.
Each threshold below triggers a new badge automatically.
| Badge | Likes needed |
|---|---|
| First Like! | 1 |
| 10 Likes! | 10 |
| 100 Likes! | 100 |
| 500 Likes! | 500 |
| 1000 Likes! | 1000 |
Glossary
Glossary- Hugger
- The player who looks at each Contender and chooses either Hug or Pass.
- Contender
- A player trying to convince the Hugger to choose Hug rather than Pass.
- Outfit Creation Catalog
- An in-game tool that lets you change how your character looks.
Common questions
FAQHow do I earn likes?
Likes are earned as a Contender. Each milestone — 1, 10, 100, 500, and 1000 likes — unlocks a badge automatically.
What does the Outfit Creation Catalog do for me?
Opening it unlocks the Fashionista! badge.
Updated Oct 9, 2026
Game updates can change what is on this page. If you spot something, get in touch and let us know.
Game updates can change what is on this page. If you spot something, get in touch and let us know.
