Tis the season to battle it out over a few games, right? Or for those wanting something less competitive, there are a variety of family games that can be played that won’t run cause a potential fallout over Christmas. From classic board games to modern video games, there are endless possibilities when it comes to entertaining all the family during the festive season. To help you plan out some interactive fun over Christmas, below is a list of top games to consider this Christmas.
5 Great Games to Play with the Family at Christmas
1. Monopoly
With so many different takes on this hugely popular board game, the decision is yours in terms of what version of Monopoly is best for your family. From
Disney Monopoly to
Belfast Monopoly, there is bound to be one that will get your family excited this Christmas. A game like this is sure to bring out the future property moguls among you!
2. Charades
A classic game that is known the world over, Charades is a great game to play with the family to get everyone bonding over Christmas. To add a festive feel to your Charades game, why not base your guess words on Christmas movies, characters and stories. A special
Christmas Charades game is available if you’re needing some help with thinking up ideas and getting everyone enthused!
3. Candy Cane Hunt
A great game for any little ones, a Candy Cane Hunt will keep children entertained for hours over Christmas. Hide the candy canes in different spots across the house and make sure they’re in places where parents can supervise but still enjoy their own festive fun.
4. Speak Out
For older kids and adults,
Hasbro’s Speak Out is a hilarious game that will guarantee some giggles over Christmas. Once everyone is finished their desserts (and any little ones are in bed), get this game out for a few laughs as you all snuggle up on the sofa. Be careful though as it might be a difficult game to play whilst sipping on your festive tipple!
5. Super Mario Odyssey
For those who have a Nintendo Switch,
Super Mario Odyssey, the latest Super Mario game to be released, will have all the family gathered round to take Mario through the 3D worlds played out on the game. A bonus of the Switch is that it can be played on any device, in which case it could be played on the big screen in the living room, or on a phone if anyone is wanting to have a few hours of gaming fun on their own.
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