Scratch game – Fastory

The scratch game is a fun mechanic that is perfect for capturing your audience's attention and creating a surprise effect. Available directly in the Bot through the Instant Win, it lets your participants scratch an image to instantly find out whether they have won or lost.

What is it for?

The scratch game turns a simple interaction into a memorable game moment. It is a simple and effective solution to:

Create an interactive contest with a custom design.

Collect event leads in a fun way.

Strengthen the fan experience and energize your digital activations.

Thanks to the surprise effect of scratching, your participants find out in real time whether they are among the winners, which boosts engagement around your campaigns.

How do I create a scratch game?

Go to your Bot and add an Instant Win question.

Click Select the game type, then choose Scratch with particle effects.

Select your contest from the dropdown menu. It must be in Ready mode to trigger the Instant Wins.

Customize the game

You can configure several visual elements to reflect your brand identity:

Scratch image: the main visual the participant reveals while scratching.

Losing image: the visual displayed when the participant does not win.

Reveal percentage: how much scratching is needed before the result appears.

Particle colors: for a fun, immersive visual effect aligned with your brand guidelines.

Recommended image format: a size of 810 x 1215 px with a 2:3 ratio, so your visuals fit the experience perfectly.

Publish the game

Once you have finished customizing:

Click Save.

Then click Publish.

Your scratch game is ready to be launched to your participants.

Best practices

Prepare your two visuals in advance (scratch image and losing image) in 810 x 1215 px format, 2:3 ratio, for a sharp result on all screens.

Check that your contest is in Ready mode before publishing, otherwise the Instant Wins will not trigger.

Choose particle colors consistent with your brand guidelines to strengthen the brand effect.

Adjust the reveal percentage to find the right balance between suspense and game speed.

Test the game on mobile before launch, as the experience is designed for smartphones.

Concrete use cases

If you want to energize a live sports or media event

The scratch game is a highly effective mechanic to activate a live audience, in stadiums as well as at concerts or during digital campaigns for media brands. Each participant tries their luck and finds out their result instantly.

If you want to collect event leads

Pair your scratch game with a contest with prizes to turn the appeal of winning into an opportunity to collect qualified data, while offering a memorable experience.

If you want to liven up an internal company event

The scratch game can help you engage your teams, strengthen team spirit and hand out rewards in a fun way during an internal event.

FAQ

How do I create a scratch game on Fastory?

Simply add an Instant Win in the Bot, select the Scratch with particle effects option, then customize your visuals and colors.

Which image formats should I use for a Fastory scratch game?

Visuals should be 810 x 1215 px with a 2:3 ratio to fit the scratch experience perfectly.

Can I customize the particles and colors on Fastory?

Yes, you can set your own particle colors to reflect your brand guidelines and make the game more immersive.

Does the Fastory scratch game work on mobile?

Absolutely, the format is designed for smooth use on smartphones and offers a 100% mobile-first experience.

Can I connect the scratch game to a contest with prizes?

Yes, simply link a contest in Ready mode to trigger the Instant Wins and distribute your prizes.

Is the scratch game suitable for sports or media events?

Yes, it is an ideal mechanic to activate a live audience in stadiums and at concerts, or during digital campaigns for media brands.

Why choose Fastory for my contests?

Fastory is a fan experience platform designed to collect leads, engage your audiences and energize your events through gamification, with games you can customize in just a few clicks.