What is The Auction Game?
The Auction Game is a browser game by Neal Agarwal, the creator behind neal.fun. Each round shows you a real object that was sold at auction, from fine art and sculptures to odd collectibles, along with a photo and a short credit line. Your job is simply to type how much you think it sold for.
After every guess the game reveals the real hammer price and how close you were. There are nine rounds per game, and the gap between what things look like they are worth and what people actually paid is where the fun is. It is quick to play and very easy to share with friends.
Main Features
- Guess the sale price of real items sold at auction
- Play nine rounds with a mix of art, objects and oddities
- See the real price and how far off you were after each guess
- Get a final score to compare with friends
- Play instantly in the browser with no sign-up
How to Get Started with The Auction Game
- Open neal.fun/auction-game in your browser.
- Click Start to see the first auction item.
- Type your price guess and press the hammer button.
- Check the real price, then carry on through all nine rounds.
The Auction Game Pricing
It is completely free to play. There is no account, no paywall and nothing to unlock.
Who Should Use It?
- Fans of neal.fun games
- Art and antiques lovers
- Friends looking for a quick party quiz
- Teachers wanting a fun lesson on value
- Anyone who likes price guessing shows
The Auction Game Alternatives
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- Spend Bill Gates' Money: another neal.fun game about money and prices
- Absurd Trolley Problems: a funny neal.fun quiz you can compare with others
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Auction Game free?
Yes. The Auction Game is completely free to play on neal.fun. You do not need an account, there are no paid extras, and you can replay it as many times as you like in any modern browser.
How many rounds are in The Auction Game?
Each game has nine rounds. In every round you see one real auction lot, type your guess for its final sale price, and then see the actual price and how close your guess came.
Are the auction prices real?
Yes. The items are real lots that sold at auction, and the game shows their real sale prices. That is what makes it surprising, because some ordinary looking objects sold for far more than you would expect.