Every August 8th, the Octopus Driver community comes together to celebrate the number that started it all. “Celebrate the 8” is the annual event dedicated to everything that makes Octopus unique. There’s a place for every driver in the OctoVerse, so let’s celebrate the number that brought us together and make this August 8 our biggest celebration yet.
Eight Second Story
Some memories last a lifetime. Can you tell yours in just eight words?
Whether it’s your funniest passenger, your biggest milestone, or the moment you knew you were part of something special, your challenge is to capture it in exactly eight words.
How It Works
– Share your favorite Octopus memory in the comments below using exactly eight words.
– Every qualifying entry earns +88 bonus points. Max 3 submissions per driver.
Submission Deadline: 8/10 @ 11:59am ET
The Face of 8
Give Alex PlayOcto a brand new look. Create an original profile picture that could become his official company photo for the next year, appearing everywhere from email profiles and virtual meetings to internal work platforms and conference room reservations.
Use any artistic style or medium you like. Every valid submission earns +88 bonus points, and one winning design, personally selected by Alex, will receive $188 and the honor of becoming his new official profile picture.
Submission Deadline: 8/10 @ 11:59am ET
CLICK THE IMAGE OF PAST WINNERS BELOW TO SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO ENTRY ⬇️
Spot the 8
The hunt is on! Find the number 8 hiding in your everyday drive, snap a photo, and turn ordinary sightings into bonus points. The more creative your discovery, the better!
Submission Deadline: 8/10 @ 11:59am ET
CLICK THE IMAGE OF 8 BELOW TO SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO ENTRY ⬇️
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Oh my gosh, I just won at trivia!
Jokes on you, my name is Morgan Wallen! (Yep, had him as a passenger)
Rider identified as cactus, see these legs girls!
My riders love the interactive map showing map
Passengers love seeing their name welcomed on screen!
A passenger turned my quiet ride into karaoke.
I won the Christmas decoration contest last year
oh my does this tablet play good music
oh wow this is amazing automatic five stars
People Love The Octopus Journey Tablet Everybody Happy
Didn’t recognize childhood crush as my rider! Man
He lost $1k in casino, happily won trivia.
Wanted to ride around just to play games.
Best trip ever was meeting my favorite artist
Helped follow person who assaulted passenger at work
Six people try to fit in uber X.
Waking up to answer $1000 call from Alex.
Six people trying to fit in Uber X.
Per Rider-Octopus made trip “Best Uber Ever”!
Silent passenger cried the whole ride, then tipped.
Rider identifies as cactus, see these legs girls!
I made over $100 on one trip today.
What’s that smell? AH! She’s quietly throwing up!
Passanger comforted me after mom passed away.
Awesome tablet very interesting, excellent driver I’m tipping!
drunk people in groups love playing these games
My Octopus sign up name is Michelle Metzger. “Thanks for the best pet contest money Octopus!”
The tablet that created great and lasting friendships
Cops called for drunk guy who was HILARIOUS.
Michael Irvin ride funny chaotic but very nice
Octopus equals happy riders, $100, and my YETI!
My Octopus tablet makes learning fun every day.
Mis pasajeros siempre disfrutan mucho jugar en camino
I signed up two more drivers this week
Little girl gave birthday money as a tip
I’m just here to get a ride today
( said Marshawn Lynch , on a ride to practice)
Grown men add stops. Mooning buddy’s ring camera.
Riders love playing games on the journey together!
Passengers screaming and cheering to win the game
Radio played song after passenger answered trivia question!
Party of twelve fit in my six seater.
Every ride brings stories, connections, lessons, and memories.
I tripped bowed and pretended it was dancing
Enjoy playing a ride at the same time
I loved when earning money with the games
Passengers that want to have a conversation rock!
Lost wallet sparked love; returned on engagement day.
I have driven over 50 celebrities driving uber
Cool, you’ve got games?
What a great ride!!!
Arguing over the hotdog question, Funny every time!
Long trip
Take me back home
Huge fare
The first time passenger tipped through the tablet
When passenger tipped $20 thanks to having tablet
The day I won my first pay wall
I remember when I received my octopus tablet
what is this thing in front of me ?
Uber driver’s wife is getting him one too.
Two friends played Octopus Play; laughter became contagious.
My first Octopus rider and I geeked together.
You stay motivated and focused on achieving success.
Passengers loved playing Octopus making every ride unforgettable together.
She hoped he’s colorblind to explain outfit choice.