Living with Purpose | March 1, 2021

8 Free Virtual Games to Play with Friends and Family

senior couple playing cards with child on tablet

If you’ve been searching for a way to liven up your video calls with loved ones, look no further. These online games were designed to bring friends and family together in the name of fun, even when you’re far apart. And best of all, they’re free!

Check out our list of easy-to-play virtual games and get ready to get your game on!

Charades

Play this classic guessing game over a video call to give it a modern twist. This online charades word generator makes it super easy to play charades with the whole family, with pop culture references and easy categories great for kids.

Bingo

Missing your weekly Bingo night? Organize one with your friends and family online. This digital Bingo card maker lets you play virtually with up to 30 other players, all at the click of a button.

Words With Friends

Got a way with words? Check out Words with Friends, an online version of Scrabble that you can play on Facebook or on your phone. Connect the game to your social media account and invite your friends and family to join you in the fun.

Scattergories

All you need is a pencil, piece of paper, and a sharp vocabulary to play this classic word game with as many or few players as you like. Get started with this online Scattergories generator that makes playing over video easy with a wide range of topics and a built-in timer.

Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Planning a scavenger hunt for your friends online? It’s so crazy, it just might work. Make a list of things you and your friends can search for in their own homes: something blue, an item with feathers, an old family photo. For inspiration, check out this list.

Most Likely to...

Which of your friends is most likely to forget their own birthday, or run away and join the circus? Find out by playing Most Likely on a video call. Check out this list of questions and get the party started.

Virtual Trivia

If you’re a fact-collecting whiz, you’ll love hosting a virtual trivia night. Gather your smartest friends and family on a video call and use this trivia question generator to get your game on.

Dominion Online

Bring back game night with Dominion, a free, online board game that will challenge your strategic thinking skills. This medieval-themed game is a blast with friends or played against the computer, so you can play anytime.

Tech That Keeps Us in Touch

Online games are just the beginning. Thanks to smart devices like phones, tablets and computers, there are dozens of new and fun ways to stay in touch with friends and family.

Read all about the New Ways We’re Staying Connected for tips on socializing without ever having to leave your home.