Type a yes-or-no question, shake the ball, and read your answer. This online Magic 8 Ball uses the 20 classic replies: 10 positive, 5 noncommittal and 5 negative, each with the same chance.

How to use the Magic 8 Ball

Type your question, or just think it.
Press Shake the ball or tap the ball.
Read the answer in the window.
Ask again for a new answer.

The 20 classic answers

Positive: It is certain, It is decidedly so, Without a doubt, Yes definitely, You may rely on it, As I see it yes, Most likely, Outlook good, Yes, Signs point to yes. Noncommittal: Reply hazy try again, Ask again later, Better not tell you now, Cannot predict now, Concentrate and ask again. Negative: Don't count on it, My reply is no, My sources say no, Outlook not so good, Very doubtful.

Frequently asked questions

What are the odds of a yes?

Half the answers are positive, so 50%. A quarter say ask again, and a quarter say no.

Does my question change the answer?

No. The answer is picked at random each time, whatever you ask.

Is this the official Magic 8 Ball?

No. It's a free online version for fun and isn't affiliated with the toy's maker.