Beat The Quarantine Blues With These Online Games
Zoom convos can get pretty dry as of late, we know. But hey, keeping in touch with friends and relatives during quarantine doesn’t have to be all small talk. If you’re looking to keep the fun in your video chats alive, throw a game into the mix. Whether you’re a game night connoisseur or just getting started, we’ve got your back with plenty of games that allow for a fun, competitive game night.
More likely than not, you’ve heard about Among Us. Chances are you’ve probably played it before. But have you played with your friends yet? This is a top-notch choice for game night if you’re looking to have fun, get competitive, and see who in your group is the best liar. Sshhh!
In the mood for a little friendly competition? Hop on to Game Pigeon and text your friend to start playing! Games include chess, pool, shuffleboard, 20 questions, and so many more. Talk about an easy way to pass the time.
The world’s most jarring card game is now available to play online. Cards Against Humanity has a number of dupes floating around the web to choose from, and most games imitate an in-person playing experience by creating an online card table via a shareable link. Just a warning: you might not want to play this with Grandma or Grandpa.
If you’re not already playing Animal Crossing, you should probably hop on the bandwagon. This game is a lifestyle simulator, but with less adulting and responsibilities. Whether you choose to redecorate your digital house or just chat with the other characters, it’s a perfect game for anyone who’s into a low-commitment lifestyle and just wants to indulge in escapism. It’s available on Nintendo Switch as well as the Animal Crossing app, Pocket Camp.
If you’ve been missing those trivia nights at the bar, no need to worry. Jackbox Games has a wide selection of party games that you can play with friends remotely, which is perfect for quarantine. You can play on Xbox, Apple TV, your laptop, or phone. Get some friends together on Zoom, mix some drinks, and bring the party games right to your living room.
Who doesn’t love Mario Kart? Well for anyone who doesn’t have the privilege of owning this classic on a console, you can now play this game on a mobile device. Just download the game and once you get past the first level, you’ll be able to play with your friends like you’re back in the 90s — just make sure you call dibs on Yoshi.
Arguably a classic internet game at this point, Words With Friends is an online game that’s similar to scrabble. Grab your competitive spirit, get brushing up on your vocab, and let’s take it back to 2009.
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MONOPOLY
Have you missed the feeling of a friendly-but-contentious environment of game night? If you’re looking to relive that wholesome fun, bust out this game night classic. You can now play the popular board game on iOS and Android. . Chase the adrenaline rush of forcing your friends into bankruptcy by downloading it today. Download on iOS and Android.
Think you might have been an explorer in a past life? Live your historical fantasy and go up against your friends to see who the strongest settler is with Catan. This classic board game is available to play on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. All of which have the capability to play online with friends.
SCATTERGORIES
Calling all fast-thinkers and vocabulary nerds. Scattergories is now available to play for free on both iOS and Android. Game modes include multiplayer, play with friends, duels, and classic gameplay. Dust off the dictionary in your closet and brush up on your vocab skills — you’re gonna need it. Available for iOS and Android.
Since board games and video games aren’t for everyone, we made sure to include something for those who prefer a more “academic” game. So for all you scholars and soon to be professors out there, we’re here to let you know that chess is available online to play with friends. The app also includes free lessons if you’re looking for some help to show off your superior strategy skills.
GAMES TO PLAY ON ZOOM
If you’re looking for some wholesome family fun, but need some more energy in your life Head’s Up is a solid pick for game night. Here’s how it works: one player holds their phone to their head while other players try to give hints to what the word on the phone is. Once the player guesses it, they move on to the next word, and the process repeats. Expect a lot of obnoxious yelling and high-pressure decisions with this game.
CHARADES
If you miss seeing your friends embarrass themselves, but also want a game that takes low effort to set up, going with Charades might be your best bet. All you need to do for this is hop on a group Zoom call, use a prompt generator, and get your Meryl Streep on.
Kind of like Cards Against Humanity, but much more personal. Stay The Fuck Inside is your new go-to social distance drinking game. It’s full of dares, finger-pointing, and debauchery, but more importantly, it gives back. Purchasing the cards is on a pay-what-you-can basis and 100% of the profits go to Meals on Wheels.
The simplicity of this game makes it super easy to play in a group, but also shows just how clever and creative your teammates can get with such little room for error. The more words on the grid you can connect with only a one-word hint, the more points you get. Similar to Taboo, but without your friends in the same room as you.
Picolo is an app in which all you need to play are your drinks and your friends (at a distance of course). Just enter the names of everyone playing, share your screen with them on Zoom, and follow along. It’ll keep the drinks flowing, the laughs rolling, and your night out, in.
Time is ticking and you have a bomb to defuse! The catch is, your friends can’t see it, so you have to talk them through it before it explodes. It keeps all players on their toes and will definitely give you that adrenaline rush you’ve been craving during quarantine.
Written by Jack Cody and Alida Newson
