Somebody’s
lying at
your party.
Real biometric interrogation + a live wire-cutting countdown challenge. Your guests write the questions. We turn up the pressure.
Four steps to chaos.
You control the questions. We control the tension. Everyone else gets to play judge and jury.
You write the questions
Host or the group submits yes/no questions ahead of time — as juicy or as tame as you want. We run the session. You write the script.
One guest, one chair
Each “suspect” sits down and gets wired up while the rest of the party watches the live monitor and waits for a reaction.
We ask. They squirm.
Your interrogator works the room, pushes on the good questions, and lets the group weigh in on every answer.
Verdict, then next
We call it — truth or deception — the room erupts, and the next guest takes the chair. Repeat until everyone’s exposed.
Two ways to raise the room’s pulse.
Book one, or run both back-to-back for a full night of interrogation and controlled panic. Max group size 12 for the hot seat.
The Interrogation Room
A professional-grade biometric monitor, a hot seat, and a spotlight. One guest at a time gets wired up. We run the yes/no questions your group submitted while the room watches every twitch on the live feed.
- Real biometric response equipment (pulse, breath, sweat)
- Live monitor cast to your TV or screen
- Your questions, our delivery — theatrical interrogator included
- Up to 12 guests per 2-hour session
The Defusal Challenge
One guest faces a ticking device covered in switches, wires, and modules. Everyone else has the manual — but they can’t see the device. Nobody can touch what they can’t see. The timer doesn’t care.
- VR format: Fully immersive headset. Room only hears the panic. High spectator value.
- 2D format: Projected on screen. Faster setup, great for brackets and tighter spaces.
- 3–8 minute rotations — high guest turnover
- Can run multiple stations (up to two VR + one 2D)
Classic hot-seat setup
Sensors on, pressure rising
A note on the readings: This is entertainment. We use genuine biometric response equipment and the traces you see are real — but results are for laughs, not legal or employment decisions.
Add-ons & upgrades.
Layer any of these onto either experience.
Interrogation Lamp
A single hot spotlight aimed straight at the chair. Pure interrogation-room theater — dims the rest of the room and puts every twitch on display.
Case File Video
Full session recorded start to finish and handed off as digital files after the party. Perfect for replaying the best confessions later.
Confession Booth
Private on-site video booth where guests can duck in and record a “confession” of their choosing. Plays back as a bonus reel at the end of the night.
Starting-at pricing.
Final quote depends on guest count, location, and add-ons. These are current starting rates for the Ames / Des Moines / central Iowa area.
| Package | Starting | Duration | What’s included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interrogation Room | $375 | 2 hrs | Full setup & teardown · live monitor · one interrogator · up to 12 guests |
| Defusal Challenge — 2D | $325 | 2 hrs | Screen-based device · printed manuals · great for team brackets |
| Defusal Challenge — VR | $475 | 2 hrs | Full VR headset experience · 3–8 min rotations · spectator-friendly |
| The Full TruthBomb | $699 | 3 hrs | Interrogation + one Defusal format · one host · best value for 12+ |
Based in Ogden.
Working the corridor.
Home base is Ogden, Iowa — right near Ames and Boone. We cover the full Ogden–Ames–Des Moines corridor with free travel. Farther out? Still happy to come — just ask.
Questions, answered.
Is this a real lie detector test?
We use genuine biometric response equipment and the readings you see on screen are real. This is built and run as entertainment. It is not a certified forensic exam, is not admissible anywhere, and should not be used for employment, legal, or medical decisions. Treat every “verdict” as party theater with real data behind it.
What space or setup do you need?
Interrogation Room: one chair, a nearby outlet, and a TV or wall to cast the monitor to (we can bring a screen if needed). Defusal Challenge: a clear ~6×6 ft area for VR, or just a table and screen for the 2D format. We’ll confirm specifics for your venue when you book.
Who submits the interrogation questions?
The host, or the whole group — however you want to run it. We recommend collecting questions ahead of time so we can pace the session, but a last-minute jar of questions works too. We’ll flag anything that seems like it would genuinely embarrass or upset someone before we ask it.
Can you handle different age groups?
Yes. The core experience works great for 18–20, 21+, and mixed adult groups. For 14–17 we can tone the question set and delivery to keep it fun without crossing lines. Just tell us the age range when you reach out.
Do guests have to consent to being recorded?
Yes. If you add Case File Video or the Confession Booth, every guest who appears on camera signs a quick, plain-language consent form before we start recording. Nobody is filmed without agreeing first, and footage stays private between you and your guests.
How far in advance should we book?
2–3 weeks is comfortable, especially for weekends during Iowa State home-game weekends and the holiday season. We’ll always try to work with shorter notice — just ask.
How many people can you run at once?
One polygraph hot seat at a time (up to 12 guests total in a 2-hour window). For the Defusal Challenge we can run up to two VR stations plus one 2D station simultaneously, which keeps bigger groups moving and laughing.
Request your date.
Text, call, or email us the details below. We’ll reply within a day or two with availability and a firm quote. No payment is collected until your date is confirmed.
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