Available Pick Objectives
Survivor pools can be configured in one of two ways:
Pick One Team to WIN Each Day (Traditional Survivor — Default)
In this classic format:
Members select one team they believe will win
If the team wins, the member advances
If the team loses, the member is eliminated
👉 This is the default setting and the most common Survivor pool style. It is recommended for most groups.
Pick One Team to LOSE Each Day (Loser Pool)
In this alternative format:
Members select one team they believe will lose
If the team loses, the member advances
If the team wins, the member is eliminated
This format is often called a Loser Pool and creates a very different strategic experience, as participants are targeting likely underdogs rather than favorites.
How to Choose Between Them
Choose WIN if you want:
A traditional Survivor experience
Picks focused on strong teams and favorites
Familiar gameplay for most participants
Choose LOSE if you want:
A unique twist on Survivor
Strategy centered on underdogs
A more unpredictable contest
Important Considerations
The pick objective applies to every contest day
All participants must follow the same objective
Changing this setting after picks begin may not be allowed
Summary
The Pick Objective determines whether members must correctly select a winning team or a losing team each day to survive. The default option — picking one team to win each day — provides the classic Survivor experience, while the loser-pool option offers a strategic alternative for groups looking for something different.