super fun games to play with friends

Codenames
A word-association game that’s competitive and great for teams.
Werewolf / Mafia
Bluffing, suspicion, and storytelling make this party classic unforgettable.
Jackbox Games (TV + phones)
Hilarious games like Quiplash, Fibbage, and Drawful – perfect for groups.
One Night Ultimate Werewolf
Fast-paced version of Mafia with hidden roles and chaos.
Telestrations (like Pictionary meets Telephone)
Draw and guess in a chain that usually ends in hilarious nonsense.
Psych! (App by Ellen DeGeneres)
Make up fake answers and try to guess the real one.
Reverse Charades
One person guesses while the entire team acts – it’s wild and funny.

Among Us
Find the imposter! Best with 5–10 players. Great for group voice chat.
Gartic Phone
Free browser game that combines drawing and miscommunication – super chaotic.
Mario Kart / Super Smash Bros.
Couch co-op chaos with competitive vibes.
Minecraft (Party Mods)
Build, explore, or play mini-games like Bed Wars and Hunger Games.
Skribbl.io
Free online drawing game with custom word options.
Fortnite / Fall Guys / Rocket League
Fun, fast-paced games you can play together without needing to be hardcore gamers.

Who’s Most Likely To…
You’ll learn way too much about each other, fast.
Would You Rather
Endless variations. Gross, funny, serious – you choose the tone.
Paranoia
Whisper questions to friends, and flip a coin to reveal the answers.
Two Truths and a Lie
Classic icebreaker, perfect for newer groups.
Heads Up! (App)
Act out or give clues for the person with the phone on their forehead.

Trivia Night (Kahoot or DIY)
Theme it around your friend group or pop culture.
Minute to Win It
Silly challenges with common household items – easy to set up and super fun.
Game of Phones
A scavenger hunt using your phones to complete creative tasks.
Spicy Uno (Uno but unhinged)
Adds rules like slapping cards or switching hands. Look it up!

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