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Pass the parcel -

Wrap up a gift. Then again. Then again. Then keep doing so. The parcel is passed around. Whoever unwraps the final layer of paper keeps the gift!

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Musical chairs -

Turn on some music, then hit pause. Whoever is left standing last loses, then remove a chair every round. The winner is the one who snags the last seat!

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Word association -

You each say a word, and then the next player says a word that it reminds them of. Expect random and hilarious results!

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Dress up -

Try to think of a character per person, and then try to emulate their appearance as best you can!

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Tickling -

This will be fun for some, infuriating for others. The winner is obviously the most resilient person!

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Silence -

A very simple and satisfying game (for peace lovers)! See who can last longest without talking.

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Try not to laugh -

Each player takes turns to try and make the others laugh. Whoever manages to keep a straight face the longest wins!

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Balancing -

Try balancing something on your head, and timing it. Whoever can do this for the longest time wins the game!

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Quiz -

There are many different forms of quiz games. Online, video games, and board games. Decide which works best for you!

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Staring contest -

This isn't a particularly difficult game. Whoever blinks first, loses. Simple as that.

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Push-up competition -

A fun way to combine exercise with playing a game. See who can do the most press-ups before floundering!

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Trampolining -

If you have a trampoline in your garden, now is the time to use it! Not only is it great fun, it's also a great form of exercise.

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Interactive games -

Try playing some interactive and voice-activated games. If they also happen to be educational, all the better!

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Memory games -

Each player says a word, and you go round and round, repeating the list as it grows. The winner is the one with the best memory!

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Caricatures -

Nobody expects professional standards, but why not try drawing caricatures of each other? Try to keep them as inoffensive as possible!

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Croquet -

A great family garden game which is easy to set up and play, croquet can be enjoyed by people of any age.

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Hangman -

This good old-fashioned game can be highly frustrating, but it is also great fun when you're the one who comes up with a great word which is hard to guess!

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Pictionary -

Guessing what someone is drawing can be easy, or it can mean a lot of shouting and exasperated expressions!

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Twister -

If you are social-distancing within your own household, best to avoid this one. If not, then it will be as fun as usual!

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Jenga -

This game tests nerves and skill. How satisfying it is to remove a block successfully when you know it is so close to falling down!

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Pin the tail -

The classic game of pin the tail on the donkey is more likely to result in your family laughing at you than anything else. But that's the point!

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Karaoke -

Whether you sound like a superstar or a strangled cat, karaoke is always great fun.

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Guess the food -

Put a blindfold around your opponent's eyes and get them to guess what you are feeding them. Don't be cruel when feeding them!

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Truth or dare -

What's great about this game is that it can be adapted to any crowd, so while it worked in college it can also work in a family setting.

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Charades -

Acting out the title of a movie, book, play, or song is a fantastic way to make yourself look like a complete idiot!  

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Monopoly -

This classic game remains a firm family favorite after many decades. Just be careful not to take it too seriously!

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Chess -

A game of skill and strategy, learning to play chess is always a useful thing. Try not to show off if you are a great player!

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Guess who? -

Write a famous person or character on a post-it note. Stick it to your opponent's forehead. They must ask questions and try to guess who they are!

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Create your own! -

Why not create a game? Sit down and brainstorm and come up with a game of your own. It can be as crazy as you like.

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