How Do You Play?
Discover your unique play style (National Institute for Play, 2026)
Collector
You value having an interesting collection of objects or experiences, like coins, toy trains, antiques, wines or stamps.
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Competitor
You enjoy playing (and winning) games with specific rules. This can be through sports, gaming, puzzles, or debate.
Creator
You find joy in making things, or making things work. You might enjoy painting, woodworking, or crafting.
Director
You are a natural organizer, motivated to make things happen. You like planning, directing and hosting events.
Explorer
You enjoy going to new places, and searching for new feelings. You are driven to research, tinker, and seek out adventure.
Joker
You enjoy being silly and making other people laugh. You thrive with an audience, and might enjoy improvising.
Kinesthete
You find play through physical engagement with the world, like dance, yoga, or rock-climbing, You are happiest when moving.
Storyteller
Your imagination is your driving force. You may enjoy preforming or writing, and you are excited by the stories of others.
