Well, truth be told, I haven’t been part of any winning groups (yet), but every time HQ reminds me to try my luck at winning part of the daily prize (which amounts to around $2500), I find myself tapping through, hopeful to win.
HQ (what does it stand for anyways?) is heading towards the direction of innovation and advanced technology, with a modern twist on the traditional game show. HQ was developed with the technology combined from Vine and Periscope to bring everyday users into a brand new experience where everyone can be a winner.
The blend of technology and live video streaming breaks down the 4th wall, creating a whole new user experience. I first found out about this new app at the beginning of January, right after I read up about it from another blogger who writes about different “ways to make money online” (yes, that is a thing if you didn’t know already) - but what got me was the $16,000 jackpot that was up for grabs on the last day of 2017. The idea that I could play for free, with no money on my end, for the chance to win real money?! HELL YEAH.
But first...
Stay Chill In The Chat
At the bottom of your mobile device screen, there is a free-for-all chat for lurkers, trolls, and basically everyone who signs on to the app to type and send whatever their hearts desire throughout the entire game - which I believe is just a way for HQ to gain the most instant feedback from their H-QTs.Everybody Loves Scott.
Read up on the Apple App Store Reviews for HQ and you will come across the name “Scott” - The Annoying Try Hard. But honestly, if you like puns as much as I do, he’s HI-larious - inserting puns here, there, and pretty much EVERYWHERE.
But, a couple of weeks ago, Scott disappeared from HQ and the show decided to feature a couple of different hosts but the feedback was BAD. “Bring Scott Back” “Where’s Scott?” filled up the chat. And to be honest, I wanted Scott back, too. It just wasn’t the same with the other hosts filling in - but I continued playing and finally - Scott appears back at it again AND THE CROWD WENT WILD. The force of a collective belief or following is strong with this one.
Jimmy. Kimmel.
The best HQ surprise EVER. While Scott was still MIA and the H-QTs were still sour, Kimmel made a GRAND guest appearance and it was amazing. It was as if he teleported from his late night show, right into the palm of my hand. I hope HQ will bring more guest hosts to entertain and switch things up in the near future. Here are some of my suggestions: Millie Bobby Brown, James Corden, Neil Patrick Harris, and maybe even Ellen Degeneres. #yourewelcome
Tricky Trivia
Think you can make it to the 12 questions answered correct mark? These questions are tricky. You have 10 seconds from the time the question pops up on your screen to answer correctly from 3 possible answers. Tap an answer, but want to change it? TOO BAD. You can't. What the HQ team does really well, pretty much every time, is choosing relative answers within the pool of possible answer choice that instantly knocks out the majority during the early rounds. One question can crush the hopes and dreams of 300K+ people in one go! SAVAGERY! I believe my highest as been 6/12 questions right. Not. Too. Bad..right??
Play Alone or Play With Your Besties
If you “invite" friends to play with your unique username code to sign up - you get an extra life which automatically boosts you to the next question after an incorrect answer. One of my favorite moments IRL when playing HQ was when Andy and I were riding on the Disneyland Railroad for the first time in forever since they rerouted a portion of it (and yes, it is amazing and you all should go sit and ride it - day or night), and the notification popped up to play! The struggle was real when both of us launched the app and I was tethering off of his data while we were on route around the Happiest Place On Earth - but we ain't even mad about it. I think we barely got through 3/12 questions but IT WAS FUN, ok!
Play Everyday, Every Other Day, or Just On Weekends
As long as you have the app, you can play every single day. If you don’t win the 12pm game, try your luck again at 6pm! If you’re a weekend H-QT, try your luck during the 6pm live streams! HQ is also great with sending out LIVE notifications to your phone whenever game times are shift or when they are indeed LIVE.
Live User Experience
When I think of game shows, I think of “The Price is Right,” “Jeopardy” or “Wheel of Fortune” where contestants must audition in order to fit the show’s personality. Ain’t nobody got time for that! No need to audition to become a contestant because HQ is for everyone (with a mobile device). But, unlike traditional game shows that are broadcasted on TV, HQ takes it a step further towards instant interactivity and live streaming on your mobile phone. There’s no time to cut away or any room for much mistakes. Recently, while I was trying my luck at winning during one of the 2pm games, right after Scott had read the first question and all users submitted their answers, instant technical difficulties ensued, leaving Scott to fend for HQ in hopes of settling down frustrated players from leaving the game until everything is resolved.
Nowadays, I do find myself playing HQ less frequently, but the initial excitement of this app was so fun. A group activity that I could do by myself? SCORE. Riding the waves of the angry HQ community, seeing the evolution of live video + user integration, and having that chance of winning some extra money in my Paypal account is intriguing enough for me to call myself a casual H-QT.
All in all - this is an app that will drain your battery if you’re not plugged into a power source and WILL LAG. I’m personally not much of a gaming app person (still living on that 2GB data life), but if I have a power source and stable WI-FI connection, you bet I’ll be on HQ-ing it, right in the comforts of my own home.
Join to be an H-QT today! (iOS & Android) - and user my code "tiffyama" for that “extra life” :)
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