It’s important to set some time aside to be alone but, let’s be honest, the most memorable moments in life happen when you’re with your nearest and dearest. And especially when you’re doing something fun. From nights on the town to trips away, an evening with those closest to us is always time well spent. You can enjoy life together at home, too, by playing games. In this blog, we’ll run through games that were built with connection in mind. The next time you’re looking for something fun to do, these are the games you should turn to.

Card Games

You can’t beat the classics. Poker has been a favorite ever since it was introduced to North America way back in 1829, and there are plenty of good reasons why; not only is it strategic and engaging, but it’s also social. Grab a few friends, and you can spend an evening around a table, seeing who comes out on top. Just be sure to have some snacks ready, comfortable seating, and a list of the poker hand rankings by your side so you can enjoy the evening to the fullest.

Dinner Party Games

It’s fun to host a dinner party. It’s fun to play games. Put them together, and you’ve got a recipe for a great time. You can make the games as simple or as complicated as you like. If you’re into keeping things easy, consider the alphabet game. With this, you choose a category and then go around the table, asking everyone to come up with an answer in order of the alphabet. So, let’s say you chose “musical artists” — the answers could be Aerosmith, Beyonce, Celine Dion, and so forth. It’s challenging and fun at the same time.

Multiplayer Video Games

If you’re a gamer, then you’ll have the perfect opportunity to spend an evening of fun with friends. In an ideal world, they would also be gamers as no one enjoys being beaten over and over again! The types of games you can play will depend on your console; all of the big ones have a wide selection of multiplayer games to choose from. If you’re a football fan, then Madden NFL 22 could be the way to go. If you’re looking for something more casual, perhaps with younger members of your tribe, then opt for a game like Everybody’s Golf.

Online Games

We can’t always be in the same space as our friends and family, but distance does not have to be an obstacle to having fun – at least, not in the digital age. There are plenty of fun online games that you can play; all you’ll need is to be online at the same time, and you can settle in for a great evening. You can play most “traditional” games online, including Uno, Pictionary, Bananagrams, and trivia games, for instance.

In the Yard

Not that you necessarily need to stay indoors when your friends and family are visiting. If it’s a sunny day, why not set up in your yard? Lawn games have reached a new peak in recent years, and there are hundreds to choose from. Cornhole is always a favorite, as is outdoor Beer Pong. If you’re looking for a low-key game, choose bocce; this is the perfect game when you’ve got nothing to do but enjoy a few hours in the sun.

Final Thoughts 

A little healthy competition never hurt anyone, so if you’re looking to spice up your social occasions and have fun at the same time, then try one of the game types we outlined above. It might just become your activity of choice!

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