Everybody loves hosting parties and getting invited to one.
But the pressure on the host is too much.
While the pandemic has made sure that we stay stuck to our homes, these parties have taken a setback.
But wait!!
If we can work in online mode and study in online mode, we can party as well in online mode.
The pressure of dressing up and playing the host isn’t there anymore.
You can do everything that you usually do without the stress.
And what better way to keep people entertained than games?
Whether it’s a large group of kids or a group of adults, we have just the right selection of games for you.
Party Games for large groups (Birthday Edition, on Zoom, All ages)
1. Zoom Scavenger Hunt
A fast-paced game where players race to find household items and show them on camera.
Requirements:
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Zoom
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List of common household items
How to Play:
The host calls out an item (e.g., “a spoon,” “something blue”). Players have 30 seconds to find it and bring it on screen. Points go to the fastest or most creative!
2. Would You Rather: Birthday Edition
Get people talking and laughing with silly birthday-themed choices.
Requirements:
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Pre-made “Would You Rather” questions
How to Play:
The host reads out fun questions like, “Would you rather have 100 cupcakes or 1 giant one?” Players respond with thumbs up/down or via chat. Great icebreaker!
3. Virtual Pictionary
Draw, guess, laugh! A classic favorite made easy online.
Requirements:
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Zoom whiteboard or paper
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Word list
How to Play:
One person draws (via Zoom whiteboard or on paper held to camera), while others guess. Use a random word generator or themed word list. First to guess correctly gets a point!
4. Emoji Birthday Song Challenge
Guess popular birthday-related songs using only emojis as clues.
Requirements:
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Emoji song clues (sent in chat or shared screen)
How to Play:
The host posts emoji strings like 🎂🎶👑 for “Happy Birthday.” Players guess the song title in chat or aloud. First correct guess wins!
5. Birthday Bingo
A fun twist on bingo with birthday-themed squares like “sang Happy Birthday,” “ate cake,” or “has a balloon nearby.”
Requirements:
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Bingo cards (emailed or screen-shared)
How to Play:
Send digital bingo cards or call items aloud. Players mark their cards as they hear them. First to complete a line (or full card) shouts “Bingo!”
6. Name That Tune (Birthday Edition)
Players guess songs from short clips—make it birthday or party-themed!
Requirements:
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Song clips (play via screen share or speaker)
How to Play:
Play 5–10 seconds of a song. The first person to name it in chat or aloud scores a point. Use hits from the birthday person’s favorite playlist!
7. 5-Second Rule: Zoom Style
Quick thinking is key—can you name 3 things in 5 seconds?
Requirements:
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Question list (“Name 3 types of cake!”)
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Timer
How to Play:
Each player gets 5 seconds to name 3 things from a given category. If they succeed, they earn a point. It’s fast, fun, and full of silly answers!
8. Virtual Charades
Act it out on camera while others guess—no talking allowed!
Requirements:
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List of charade prompts
How to Play:
Choose a player to act out a word or phrase (shared privately in chat). The rest of the group guesses in real-time. Best for larger groups with breakout teams.
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These game ideas are bound to be a hit among young and adults.
Wait no more!!
Throw that virtual party and be the best host.