Planning a game night is a great way to bring your friends together and make memories. Games can be a collaborative way to learn more about those closest to you and offer an exciting alternative to going out and spending lots of money out on the town.
When it comes to planning a game night with friends, choosing the right games is important. You want to make sure you’re choosing activities that everyone will enjoy and can participate in. With so many games to choose from, we’re here to help you decide which ones might be perfect for your next night in.
Word Association Games
Word association games are a fun, collaborative way to include everyone present at your next game night. This type of game includes at least two teams and may include a specific genre or category, like broadway games, or could be chosen randomly. In a word association game, a player will choose a word, and the next player has to say a corresponding word. The cycle then repeats until one player can’t come up with another word.
Card Games
Everyone loves a classic card game, from Go-Fish to Gin Rummy and everything in between. When you’re organizing your own game night, cards can be a versatile way to play any number of games. If you have anything that can be used as chips, you might even consider setting up a poker game to challenge your friends.
Video Games
Video games are still one of the most popular activities to play among friends. No matter your age or abilities, there are video games that can suit any type of player, whether your friends enjoy solving puzzles, role-playing, or strategizing. Depending on how many controllers you have, you may have to take turns playing rounds — the good news is that you can up the competition by forming teams and keeping score. Find some inexpensive prizes at your local store for an added element of fun and engagement.
Board Games
Board games are a great multiplayer activity that can really bring out the competitive side of your friend groups.
When it comes to board games, there are several categories to choose from. There are abstract board games, where there isn’t a concrete theme or storyline. There are bluffing games, where a part of the game involves lying to other players. There are also puzzle-based board games that really put your mind to the test.
Trivia Games
Trivia is a fun way to test your knowledge of specific categories or try your luck at categories you’ve never explored before. With multiple trivia games to choose from, including classics like Trivial Pursuit, trivia is definitely one of the most engaging types of games and perfect for a night in with friends.
You can choose an already-established trivia game or, if you’re feeling creative, create your own game based on your friends or something you all have in common — like a favorite television show or movie.
