The Entertainment Angle
Watching is passive. Predicting is participatory. The difference is engagement.
| Without Versus | With Versus |
|---|---|
| Watch the game | Watch YOUR prediction play out |
| Follow election news | Track YOUR position move |
| Wait for award show | Experience YOUR picks win or lose |
| Read market updates | Feel YOUR analysis validated |
Entertainment Categories
- Sports
- Award Shows
- Reality TV
- Pop Culture
Game Day EngagementTransform every game into a personal stake:
- 🏈 Sunday NFL across all games
- 🏀 March Madness bracket battles
- ⚽ World Cup prediction parties
- 🥊 Big fight night predictions
- Real-time odds during games
- In-game prediction updates
- Friend position tracking
- Instant resolution celebrations
Social Viewing
Predictions enhance group experiences:1
Pre-Event
Everyone makes predictions before the event starts. Compare picks and talk trash.
2
During Event
Watch together as positions resolve. Celebrate and commiserate in real-time.
3
Post-Event
Review results, crown the winner, and schedule the next prediction party.
The Engagement Loop
Investment
Investment
Having a prediction creates personal investment in outcomes you might otherwise not care about.
Anticipation
Anticipation
Waiting for resolution builds excitement and keeps you engaged with the event.
Resolution
Resolution
The moment of truth delivers dopamine whether you win or lose.
Social
Social
Creating Prediction Parties
Host a prediction party:Pick an Event
Major games, award shows, finales
Invite Friends
Get everyone on Versus
Lock Predictions
Deadline before event starts
Watch Together
In person or virtually
Party Ideas
| Event Type | Party Style |
|---|---|
| Super Bowl | Big game party with per-quarter predictions |
| Oscars | Formal dress, category-by-category reveals |
| Bachelor Finale | Wine night with rose predictions |
| Election Night | Watch party with state-by-state tracking |
Second Screen Experience
Use Versus as your companion app:| Feature | Entertainment Value |
|---|---|
| Live odds | See probability shift with events |
| Friend positions | Know who’s winning among your group |
| Real-time feed | React and celebrate together |
| Instant results | Know immediately when you win |
The Versus app is designed for one-hand use while you watch TV with the other hand on snacks.
Content Calendar
Never miss a prediction opportunity:- Weekly: Regular season sports
- Monthly: Award nominations, reality show phases
- Quarterly: Earnings seasons, award shows
- Annual: Championships, elections, major awards