Weddings are often expensive, with each additional guest adding to the cost. Couples frequently struggle to trim their guest lists without causing social friction or hurt feelings. Traditional methods—like inviting people out of obligation—can lead to bloated lists or resentment. A playful, objective way to help couples decide who to invite could ease this tension while making the process more engaging.

A Gamified Guest List Solution

One approach could be a digital tool where couples create a personalized quiz about their relationship, which potential guests complete. The quiz would score guests based on how well they know the couple, with top scorers earning an invitation. Features might include:

• Customizable questions (e.g., "Where did we first meet?" or "What’s my partner’s favorite hobby?").
• A leaderboard to display top performers (optional).
• Manual adjustments so couples can override scores for key guests.
• A "just for fun" mode where the quiz doesn’t enforce strict cuts.

The tool could be a web app or mobile platform, making it easy to share and distribute the quiz. Couples might use it to save money, reduce stress, and add a lighthearted element to wedding planning. Guests, meanwhile, could enjoy the challenge of proving their closeness to the couple.

Balancing Fun and Sensitivity

While the idea is playful, some might worry about ranking friendships or excluding loved ones who score poorly. To address this, the tool could emphasize flexibility—couples could adjust results manually or use the quiz purely for entertainment. Early testing could help refine the approach, ensuring it feels fun rather than exclusionary.

How It Stands Out

Existing wedding tools, like Zola or The Knot, focus on guest list logistics—tracking RSVPs or estimating costs—but don’t help couples decide who to invite. This idea adds an interactive, gamified layer to the process. Unlike general trivia apps, it targets a specific, high-stakes decision, blending practicality with engagement.

An MVP might start with a simple web app for quiz creation and scoring, then expand with features like leaderboards or premium analytics. Over time, partnerships with wedding planners or vendors could help scale the tool while keeping it lighthearted and useful.