The best party games to play on your Android device
Choosing a party game from the Play Store is a quick and easy way to dive into some fun with friends. There’s no need to wait for long board game setups here; all people need is their phone and sometimes just themselves. These games are all designed for local gaming; if you’re playing online, you’ll want to try one of thetop Android multiplayer gamesinstead.
We’ve found the best party games on the Play Store, so you don’t have to waste time searching. Read on to discover what games will liven up your next party. Don’t forget to pick up aportable Bluetooth speakerfor some accompanying music.
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15The Jackbox Party Pack
The Jackbox Party Pack is the ultimate name for party games. Only one person needs to buy the game; everyone else just needs their phone to participate. There are a lot of Jackbox packs available on the Play Store; we’ve linked The Jackbox Party Pack 10 below, but explore the rest of the packs to see if there’s one that is a better fit for your friend group.
The Play Store versions of the Jackbox Party Packs are only available to download on Android TVs. If you don’t have an Android TV, we recommend purchasing it on a computer andstreaming it to your TV. Don’t worry about compatible devices either; all you need to play is a web browser on your phone.
You likely have a battered pack of UNO cards hiding in your cupboard, but if it’s particularly elusive, you can rely on the Android version instead. It’s a quick and easy way to play a regular game of UNO on the surface, but dig a little deeper, and you’ll find plenty of features that might make you switch permanently to the digital version. For example, you can enter your house rules, which is a blessing when you have been playing for years.
Everyone needs their own device to play, but the app is free to download. You can even take your games online to play against friends and family wherever they are.
Gogogo! is the best game to start your evening of party games with. Each of the minigames is quick and easy to learn and offers a variety of challenges for all skill levels. With support for up to 16 players and a massive variety of games to play, you’ll struggle to find a group that won’t enjoy it. We recommend playing a few of these before moving on to a more substantial party game.
Gogogo! only requires one phone and is best played indoors. Some challenges will ask you to interact with your phone, while others require you to solve a puzzle in your head. There are 20 games to play for free, but you’ll need to make an in-app purchase to unlock more.
Bounden isn’t technically a party game, but it’s unique mechanics mean everything will be dying to try it. Each player holds one end of the phone, and you’ll guide the phone to a series of on-screen hoops together. The trick is that your movements will lead you through a series of dances.
Bounden has a steep learning curve, so we recommend it for adults, as you’ll need to practice to master the game. However, it’s a fantastic way to spend a double date or evening with your partner. There are accompanying videos if you get stuck on movements.
11Out of the Loop
Out of the Loop only requires one device and can be played with up to 9 people. Everyone is secretly given the same word in each round except for one person, who has to figure out the word. Meanwhile, the game prompts individuals to ask questions to trick whoever’s out of the loop into revealing themselves.
Out of the Loop is quick and easy to pick up and play, making it the perfect icebreaker or filler game. There are multiple categories to pick from, but the rules remain the same throughout. While it’s free to download, the person with the app installed must pay for additional themes and topics.
10Escape Team
Escape Team requires some legwork (and a printer) to get started, but it’s the perfect game if your group wants something more tactile than a video game but less effort to set up than a board game. To play, you’ll print off missions and then use the Android app to help you complete the tasks.
Escape Team is an excellent title for subsequent game nights, as the experience can be customized extensively. While the app contains plenty of premade missions, you may also tweak them to create your own unique puzzles.
9Wolvesville Classic
The Werewolf card game has been adapted into many forms, and Wolvesville Classic is the best way to experience it on Android. The concept of the game is simple. When you start the game, it secretly assigns different roles to everyone. Once everyone has their role, non-werewolves are tasked with finding and eliminating the werewolves. Meanwhile, the werewolves attempt to kill everyone else without revealing their identity.
Another worthwhile adaption isWolvesville - Werewolf Online. This is better for online play and is perfect when you want to play when your friends aren’t around. However, Wolvesville Classic is the better choice for parties and game nights.
8Heads Up!
Heads Up! is the perfect icebreaker and best of all, you only need one device. In Heads Up!, one player chooses a category and holds their phone above their head. They must guess what word appears on the screen while other players shout out clues or act out the word.
It’s quick, easy, and fun to play. A range of categories means you can find an appropriate theme for any group and age. These include celebrities, movies, animals, and pop culture. There’s also a mode where you cannot speak for some reverse charades fun.
7Exploding Kittens
Exploding Kittens is a non-lethal version of Russian Roulette. Players take turns drawing cards, and when they draw the exploding kitten, they’re out of the game. The game contains tricks, traps, and tools to protect yourself from death, pass the exploding kitten to other players, or see into the future.
Exploding Kittens is best for groups of teenagers or older. It offers a range of optional add-ons for more ways to play beyond the core game. There are also cards exclusive to the digital version, so it’s worth giving it a go even if you own the physical game.
6Triple Agent
Triple Agent is another excellent game that only requires one device. The game pits players in teams against each other to complete secret goals; whoever achieves their goal first wins. Players are secretly assigned a unique role as a Service agent or a VIRUS double agent. Service agents try to eliminate the VIRUS double agents, while the VIRUS agents aim to eradicate the Service agents. As the game progresses, players are handed more information to assist them in their tasks.
Triple Agent is more challenging to learn than other games on this list, but you’ll successfully deceive each other like real secret agents after a few rounds.
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