Theme ideaChristmas Snowman
A glowing snowman, a Santa, or a festive plush brings holiday cheer to your block.
DecemberGet Kit
Season kits now shipping for the holidays
Steal. Track. Win.
The neighborhood game that brings communities together. Compete with your neighbors to “steal” a seasonal mascot and climb the leaderboard. Bring your own stuffed animal or inflatable. Our $49.99 season kit includes three NFC tags and standard US shipping.
- No app download needed
- iPhone and Android
- Free US shipping
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How It Works
Simple to Play, Hard to Put Down
Get started in minutes. Just grab a kit, set up your neighborhood, and let the games begin.
01
Get Your Kit
Order one $49.99 season kit with a primary NFC tag and two backups. Standard US shipping and printed instructions are included. Bring your own mascot.
02
Rally Your Neighbors
When your envelope arrives, sign in, create your season, and scan all three tags from your kit. Attach the primary tag to your mascot and keep both backups safe. Invite your neighbors!
03
Steal the Mascot
Tap the mascot’s tag to record your steal. If it’s an inflatable, unplug it and release any anchors before moving it. Bring the mascot home for the next player.
04
Win the Season
Track your steals on the leaderboard. The season commissioner picks the win condition — most steals is the most popular, but you can also play for most hold time or last one holding the mascot!
Ready to bring I Got Dibs! to your neighborhood?
Get Your Season KitFeatures
Everything You Need to Dominate
We've thought of everything so you can focus on what matters - outsmarting your neighbors.
Instant NFC Taps
Just tap your phone on the mascot to claim your steal. No app launch needed - it works like magic.
Fair Play Controls
Steals only count on the tags registered to your season. Cooldowns stop camping, and commissioners can pause the season, ban players, or reverse a disputed steal.
Real-Time Notifications
Get notified the moment someone steals your mascot. Never miss the action.
Live Leaderboards
Track your ranking in real-time. See who's dominating your neighborhood and plan your next move.
Cooldown Timers
Strategic cooldowns prevent camping. Everyone gets a fair shot at the mascot.
Multi-Neighborhood Support
Play in multiple neighborhoods at once. Compete at home, work, or anywhere life takes you.
Season Inspiration
A New Game Every Season
Choose your own theme, mascot, and dates. These are ideas for your neighborhood, not mascots sold with our kit.
Theme idea
Theme ideaCupid's Heart
Spread the love with this romantic mascot. Perfect for Valentine's season.
FebruaryGet Kit
Theme ideaEaster, Halloween, a favorite plush: any mascot your neighbors recognize will work.
Get Your Season KitBring your own mascot
A neighborhood favorite, on your budget.
Your kit contains tags and instructions. Choose a mascot your neighbors can recognize and carry easily, then attach the primary tag where everyone can tap it.
A stuffed animal works beautifully
Use a favorite plush you already own. There is no plug or power cord to pull out, making handoffs simpler. Choose one that is easy to carry and keep it protected from weather.
Prefer an inflatable?
Choose an inexpensive, manageable inflatable with a built-in light for easy identification after dark. You buy it separately. Show players how to disconnect it and release its anchors before the game begins.
Unplug first. Then move the mascot.
Parents: teach children to unplug at the plug and release anchors before picking up an inflatable. Never yank the cord or run with a mascot that is still plugged in. Ask an adult for help when needed.
Read the play rulesInspired by our family’s neighborhood game
The Great Jingle Heist
A friendly holiday mascot made the rounds, neighbors joined in, and every tap kept the competition moving. Adapt this example announcement for your own neighborhood and favorite mascot.
Your neighborhood announcement template
Neighbors, let’s play The Great Jingle Heist! From [start date] to [end date], we’ll take turns claiming [mascot name] and bringing it home. Open igotdibs.app and join with [your season invite code]. No app download needed.
Tap the mascot’s NFC tag with your phone to record your steal. Check the live leaderboard for steals and hold time. Our cooldown is [commissioner’s chosen cooldown]; wait until the game says you can steal again.
Front yards and porches only: no side yards, backyards, or entering homes. Keep the mascot inside our agreed neighborhood area and visible for the next player. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible older sibling who is actively participating.
If our mascot is inflatable, unplug it at the outlet and release its anchors before carrying it. Never drag it or run with it still plugged in. Parents, please show children how before their first steal. A stuffed animal is welcome too!
Play fair, respect your neighbors, and keep it friendly. If it stops being fun, stop and contact the commissioner. Let the heist begin!
FAQ
Got Questions?
Here are answers to the most common questions about I Got Dibs!
What does the $49.99 kit include?
One neighborhood season, three NFC tags (one primary and two backups), and printed setup instructions. Standard US shipping is included. You supply the mascot; we are not selling inflatables. No account is required at checkout, so a kit also makes a great gift.
Do we need an inflatable?
No! A stuffed animal makes a great mascot and has no power cord to unplug. If you prefer an inflatable, choose an inexpensive, easy-to-carry one with a built-in light so players can recognize it after dark. Agree on a visible, accessible spot with your neighbors.
How do we move an inflatable safely?
Unplug it at the plug and release any anchors before moving it. Never pull the cord or run away with it still connected. Parents should show children exactly how to disconnect the mascot before the first steal. If a child needs help, ask an adult.
When does our season start?
After delivery, the commissioner signs in, creates a season, and scans all three tags from the same kit. The season can begin at its scheduled start once all three are registered. Attach the primary tag to the mascot and keep both backups safely stored. Buying a kit does not start the season clock.
Can the tags be used for another season?
Each kit is for one season, including both backups. Cancel before the season starts or within 24 hours of its scheduled start to release the kit for another season. If you need extra time after that window, contact support. An administrator can review your situation and approve reuse; it is not automatic.
What if a tag is lost or damaged?
The commissioner can switch to either of the two registered backups. Only one tag is active at a time. Put the newly active tag on your mascot and keep any remaining backup safe. Contact support if you need further help.
Do I need to download an app?
You can sign in and play in your browser at igotdibs.app. Tap the mascot’s NFC tag with a compatible phone to open the game, record your steal, and check the leaderboard.
What happens at the end of a season?
The commissioner chooses the win condition: most steals, most hold time, or whoever has the mascot when the season ends. Your neighborhood can choose its own theme and dates. A new season requires a new kit unless your previous kit was released through an eligible cancellation or approved support exception.
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