Real legend or creepypasta? This urban legend quiz names twelve famous monsters, mysteries and photos, and asks where each one really came from. Some are old folklore, some were invented on internet forums, and some were hoaxes that ended up in the newspapers. Can you tell them apart?
How to use it
For each name, choose one of four answers: a real-world legend or event, a creepypasta, a creepypasta inspired by a real legend, or a hoax that fooled the news. Every answer is backed by a documented fact, which you’ll see after you pick. Watch out for stories that sound ancient but were written in the last twenty years, and for real legends that sound made up. Once you’ve finished, read the real story of Robert the Doll or dig into our urban legends category.
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between an urban legend and a creepypasta?
An urban legend spreads by word of mouth and usually has no known author. A creepypasta is horror fiction that spreads online, and its author can often be traced, like Slender Man’s creator, Eric Knudsen.
Is Slender Man a real legend?
No. Slender Man was created for a Something Awful forum photo contest in June 2009. It’s internet fiction, not old folklore.
Is the quiz free?
Yes. It’s free, needs no sign-up, and your answers never leave your browser.