Quick Answer
If your game shows a Manage button instead of a Play button, it means your game is set up as a Self-Paced Quiz, not a Live Trivia game.
The Play button appears only for Live Trivia games that are hosted in real time. Self-paced games use the Manage button because players access the game through a Player Link instead of a live host session.
What’s the Difference Between Play and Manage?
Play Button (Live Trivia)
The Play button appears when your game type is set to Live Trivia.
Live Trivia games:
Are hosted in real time
Require a host to control the flow of questions
Display a live leaderboard during gameplay
Use a host screen to present questions
When you click Play, you are launching the live host interface.
Manage Button (Self-Paced Quiz)
The Manage button appears when your game type is set to a Self-Paced Quiz.
Self-paced games:
Do not require a live host
Allow players to complete the quiz on their own time
Use a Player Link for access
Automatically track scores
When you click Manage, you are accessing the Game Manager where you can:
View results
Reset gameplay
Adjust settings
Access player data
How Do I Check What Type of Game I Created?
Go to Trivia Home.
Locate your game.
Click the game name to open its settings.
Check the Game Type setting (Live Trivia or Self-Paced).
If it is set to Self-Paced, the button will display Manage.
If it is set to Live Trivia, the button will display Play.
Can I Switch from Self-Paced to Live Trivia?
No. You must create a new game. Follow the wizard and create a new game.
Common Issues
I expected to host this live, but I only see Manage
Your game was likely created as a Self-Paced Quiz. You will need to create a new live trivia game.
I don’t see an option to change the Game Type
We don't allow you to change the game type.