Among us is a multiplayer video game developed and published by the American game studio InnerSloth. The game was first released in 2018 and has since become incredibly popular, with the game available on multiple platforms, including Microsoft Windows, Android, iOS and Nintendo Switch. The game takes place on a spaceship, with players taking on the role of the crew or impostors. The crew's goal is to complete missions around the ship, while the impostor's goal is to sabotage the crew's efforts and kill them without being detected. The game can be played by 4 to 10 players and is set up in such a way that the number of impostors in the game is determined by the number of players. At the start of the game, each player is assigned a role as a crew member or impostor. The crew members work together to complete the ship's missions, while the impostors try to blend in with the crew and sabotage their efforts. Impostors can kill crew members and cause chaos, but must proceed with caution, as crew members can report any suspicious behavior.

Throughout the game, the crew can hold emergency meetings to discuss any suspicious behavior they observe. During these meetings, players can share information and vote on who they think is the impostor. If a majority of players vote for the same person, they are ejected from the ship, thus revealing whether or not they are an impostor. As the game progresses, the impostor's sabotage becomes more severe and the crew's task becomes more difficult. The impostors can also win the game if they manage to kill enough crew members, or if they succeed in destroying the spaceship. The game's graphics are simple, with the player taking on the appearance of a small, brightly colored astronaut. The simplicity of the game adds to its appeal, as it allows for easy gameplay and quick rounds. In addition, the social element of the game, where players must cooperate and trust each other, makes it a fun and engaging experience for players of all ages.