[For University Students] A Roundup of Fun Games and Recreational Activities
We’re introducing recommended games and recreational activities for college students!
We’ve gathered a variety of options—from exciting activities perfect for club or seminar retreats and welcome/farewell parties, to simple games for small groups, and large-scale recreation suited for spacious venues like school grounds.
There are plenty of activities you can enjoy indoors too, so no need to worry about the weather on the day!
These can be used across many event scenarios, so feel free to use them as a reference.
Let’s play some classic recreational activities and trending games, and have a great time together!
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[For University Students] Collection of Exciting Games and Recreational Activities (91–100)
Rhythm 4 Game
This is the “Rhythm 4 Game,” a game that became popular on a Japanese TV variety show.
It starts with the call, “To the rhythm starting with XX.” XX is a nickname—everyone is called by a two-syllable nickname.
After saying the nickname, you say a number from 1 to 4.
The person called then keeps the rhythm by tapping their knees or the desk, and passes it to the next person.
If you can’t keep the rhythm or fail to pass it properly, you’re out.
Change Janken
Here’s a variation of rock-paper-scissors where the hands you throw aren’t visible to each other.
Play rock-paper-scissors as usual, but keep your hands hidden and try to imagine what the other person is throwing while asking each other questions.
You’re free to believe or doubt whatever the other person says.
Once you’ve decided on your final hand, reveal them to each other.
It’s a fun twist on the game with a psychological element—give it a try! It might be even more exciting with a larger group.
[For University Students] Roundup of Exciting Games and Recreational Activities (101–110)
Illustration Telephone Game
It’s a game that tests members’ ability to communicate and understand each other—both the willingness to convey your message and the skill to grasp what others want to express.
Players depict a given prompt through a drawing; the next person interprets the prompt from that drawing and then passes it along with their own drawing to the next participant, and so on.
The final person states, in words, what they believe the original prompt was, and everyone enjoys seeing whether they got it right.
If the group reaches the correct answer, you can feel a strong sense of unity; even if they don’t, it’s fun to analyze how the meaning shifted along the way.
The ability to capture distinctive features and one’s drawing skills are also part of what makes this game enjoyable.
Air-reading game
Let’s read the room so we don’t overlap with our friends! Here’s a game about reading the air.
It’s a unique game that also helps you develop the ability to act while watching the timing and what’s going on around you.
Everyone forms a circle, and the rules are simple: take turns saying numbers and standing up—what matters is not standing at the same time as your friends.
If everyone manages to stand without overlapping, try sitting down next using the same approach.
Through the game, you’ll likely build your sense of reading the room and making split-second decisions.
The atmosphere is tense when the game starts, but when timings do overlap, you won’t be able to help bursting into laughter!
A command game popular with both children and adults
It’s a fast-paced game that tests your listening skills and split-second decision-making.
The rules are very clear: if someone says, “Order: do XX,” you perform the action; but if they say only “Do XX” without the word “Order,” you must not move.
If you react by mistake, you’re out, so observation and concentration are essential.
The teacher’s feints will spark laughter across the classroom, creating a fun atmosphere.
Despite the simple rules, there’s a lot of strategy in the rhythm and timing, and it stays exciting no matter how many times you play.
Move or stay still—the instant you decide determines the winner.
Debate showdown
Convince your opponent! Here’s a debate showdown.
It’s a great idea for developing logical thinking and communication skills.
Participants exchange opinions based on a given topic and present their arguments to persuade the other side.
In this game, you’ll strengthen not only your speaking skills but also your listening skills and your ability to adjust your views flexibly.
By discussing familiar topics, you can also learn the importance of constructive exchanges through discussion.
30-Second Drawing Contest
It’s a timed drawing contest to see how much you can draw in 30 seconds.
It really gets lively—there are surprisingly many people who say, “I haven’t drawn since elementary school.” Decide on a prompt and have everyone draw at the same time for 30 seconds.
Some people can draw pretty well, and sometimes there’s a hidden master artist among you! You might discover a whole new side of everyone.
