Relaxation: Games & Activities

In this word deduction game, two spymasters compete to be the first to have their teammates contact all their agents in the field. Find the assassin though, and your team automatically loses, so watch out!

Number of players: 4+
Length: 15-30 minutes
Special account: none
Watch the Rules

“Town of Salem is a game of murder, mystery, and deception.” - Steam. Each player is assigned a role at the start of the game. You might be town, mafia, or role that's on their own team! During the night, use your special abilities to help your team survive the night. During the days, convince the other players of who can be trusted and who should be brought to justice.

Number of players: 7+ (online solo match making available)
Length: 15-30 minutes
Special account: Created account needed (Or log-in through Facebook, Steam, or your favorite App store)
Gameplay trailer

One of the original social deduction games! Try to find the mafia players before it’s too late! Or, if you are mafia, try to assassinate the other players before you are discovered.

Number of players: 4+
Length: 15+ (The more players, the longer the game.)
Special account: none

In this game of drawing telephone, create funny phrases and scribble even funnier drawings! There are 12 varieties of games, ranging from traditional telephone to full animations.

Number of players: 1-14 (There's a solo mode!)
Length: 1-3 minutes per player. 
Special account: none
Gameplay trailer (available in many languages!)

“Crewmates work together to complete tasks before one or more Impostors can kill everyone aboard.” - Among Us

Number of players: 4-15 players
Length: 10-15 minutes
Special account: Yes, depending on where you play it. Available on all consoles, PC gaming stores and mobile apps, ranging from free to $5.00.
Gameplay trailer

This is an online multiplayer Pictionary. Gain points for how fast you guess a drawing or how fast players guess what you drew.

Number of players: 1-20 (online solo match making available)
Length: 80 seconds per person, per round
Special account: none
Video demo

This is a free online version of the classic game Settlers of Catan. Be the first to hit 10 victory points by building settlements, cities, the longest road, or the largest army! You might find a few victory points in development cards too!

Number of players: 1-8 (online solo match making available)
Length: 20-30 minutes (5 game speeds available.)
Special account: none (Log in to keep track of your stats.)
Video Rules

Play classic card games like Hearts, Solitaire, Spades, Pinochle and Texas Hold’em, all in one place.

Number of players: 1-12 (online solo match making available)
Length: 5-30 minutes
Special account: none

Online version of chess! Play in tournaments, against friends, or relax against some bots. There are also modes for puzzle solving and taking lessons.

Number of players: 1-2
Length: 10+ minutes
Special account: none (Log in to keep track of your stats.
Video Rules

Explore the world in this geography guessing game! Use the entire world as your game board or a smaller section; the choice is up to you. You can compete with others around the globe or just with friends.

Number of players: 1+
Length: Varies
Special account: yes (Free account doesn’t have unlimited play, but it does have several different modes.)
Video Rules

In this addicting and colorful game, try to become the longest snake you can by forcing other players to crash into you. Put on some Lofi or your favorite podcast and relax away a few hours with this one.

Number of players: 1+
Length: As long as you want to play.
Special account: none
Video Rules

In this 60 person battle royal game, compete against other players in obstacle course like minigames to win the coveted crown!

Number of players: 1-60 (online solo match making available)
Length: 15-20 minutes
Special account: Yes (Play through the Epic Games store or on any gaming console.)
Video Rules

This first-person tactical hero shooter pits teams of unique agents against one another in a variety of colorful and interesting maps. Choose from 21 different characters with wildly different play styles! Play in either ranked or unranked modes.

Number of players: 5 players per team (online solo match making available)
Length: 15-40 minutes
Special account: yes (Riot games account)
Video Rules

This first-person shooter has over 30 unique and distinct characters! Play in 5 vs 5 matches with or against friends on a variety of maps and modes. There are all several players vs. environment options for those looking for a more calm experience.

Number of players:
Length: 15-25 minutes a match
Special account: Yes (Battle.net account)
Launch Trailer

This visual novel is a traditional anime dating sim. Chat with club members and participate in daily activities. Viewer discretion advised! (Spoiler: Reveal genre on click.)

Number of players: 1
Length: 4-8 hours
Special account: Yes (Steam account for the free version)
Video

This game of the year (2013) classic is still available for free! It's a cave exploration roguelike game that's also a platformer, with a focus on treasure-hunting. Don't steal from the shopkeeper. Seriously…don't!

Number of players: 1
Length: 20 hours
Special account: No
Gameplay Trailer

This is one of the most popular action role-playing games currently available! Explore the world if Teyvat—it's seven elemental nations and the gods that rule over them—in order to find your lost sibling. Run, swim, climb and glide through the open world map, swapping between party members on the fly. With over 20 playable characters, there is someone for everyone!

Number of players: 1-4
Length: 55+ hours
Special account: No
Launch Trailer

Do you like soccer? How about fast cars? Combine the two in this high-octane sports game! Customize your car and compete against friends to score the most goals. Rocket boost your way to victory!

Number of players: 1-8 (Online solo matching or 4 player split screen.)
Length: 5-11 minutes per match
Special account: Yes (Epic Games store or console.)
Trailer

In this card game, pilot one of 11 unique heroes to victory against your opponent using classic World of Warcraft characters and monsters. Build unique decks and climb the ranked ladder or play casually against friends or bots! There are also single player adventures where you can play against strange and eccentric opponents to earn special awards.

Number of players: 1-2
Length: 5-15 minutes per match
Special account: Yes (Battle.net)
Trailer

In this MOBA (multiplayer online battle arena) game, choose a champion—there are over a hundred!—and work together with teammates to destroy the enemy base! Like Mario Party, this game can be a secret test of friendship. Don't let the rage take over! The creators of the game, Riot, also recently released an animated television series featuring many of the in-game champions, which can be found on Netflix.

Number of players: 1-10 (Online solo matching available.)
Length: 20-50 minutes per match
Special account: Yes (Riot games account)
Gameplay Trailer

This roleplaying game is set in the world of Wraeclast and features the most customizable class leveling system I have ever seen. Seriously, there are 1325 options! Explore this dark fantasy world with friends or by yourself. Try different classes and builds to overcome nightmarish creatures, puzzles, and environments.

Number of players: 1+
Length: 30+ hours
Special account: Yes (Grinding Gear Games account)
Launch Trailer

In this battle royal game, compete against 100 players to be the last person standing! Airdrop from the Battle Bus onto a prime position and gather resources, weapons, and vehicles to help you survive. This game combines a shooter with building mechanics, creating something entirely unique. Play either by yourself, in a duo or in a squad!

Number of players: 1-100
Length: 20 minutes per match
Special account: Yes (Epic Games store or console)
Gameplay Trailer

Play the classic building game Minecraft in its original release state for free in any browser. It's creative mode—where players can spawn blocks and fly—with 32 unique building blocks. Once a world is generated you can share the link with friends and all play together. Build whatever you can imagine! Or destroy your friends' creations on “accident.” The full version of the game is free with Xbox game pass.

Number of players: 1+
Length: As long as you'd like to play
Special account: Yes (Microsoft Account)
Launch Trailer

“Have you heard of the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV?” In all seriousness, this massive multiplayer online roleplaying game has an unlimited free trial, which includes the base game and the first two expansions. Become a Warrior of Light and save the world of Eorzea! Or discover the true end game of housing, fashion, community clubs and more. This game's community is known for being friendly, diverse, and inclusive. (I play on the Sargatanas server; come join me!)

Number of players: 1+
Length: As long as you'd like to play
Special account: Yes (Square Enix account)
Launch Trailer

From the makers of The Stanley Parable, join the narrator and become a mastermind thief in the midst of their greatest heist. Or just settle back for a laugh as creators Crows Crows Crows set out to subvert traditional storytelling expectations.

Number of players: 1
Length: 15 minutes
Special account: No (Yes, for Steam version)
Launch Trailer

Boggle is a word game where you try to find as many words as you can from a grid of letters. The online version has options to change the grid size and timers. There are also daily themed puzzles and live competitions! This is a must play for any word lover.

Number of players: 1+
Length: 60 seconds - unlimited
Special account: No (sign in to keep track of scores)
Video

In this classic number puzzle, try to fill in a grid using the numbers 1-9. However, each number can only appear in each row and section once! The New York Times has daily puzzle, which are great water cooler discussions or time competitions. Try Evil and Expert modes for a serious challenge or simply relax and enjoy an easy puzzle.

Number of players: 1
Length: Varies depending on puzzle difficulty
Special account: No
How to Play

If you are familiar with the game Wordle, Worldle is a geography version. Guess the country pictured in 6 guesses! For every wrong guess, you’ll receive a hint in the form of a direction and the miles or kilometers away. Great game to share collective shame over social media. I’m sorry to the 397,628 people of Belize; I thought you were Madagascar.

Number of players: 1
Length: Couple of minutes
Special account: No
How to Play