[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)
Lip-sync song guessing game
The lip-sync song guessing game is something even people who love listening to music but aren’t confident singing can enjoy, and it works well at workplaces or schools.
The presenter picks a song, then lip-syncs it—paying close attention to intonation and rhythm—without making any sound.
The guessers carefully watch the presenter’s mouth and facial expressions to figure out what song it is.
At first, it’s best to choose familiar songs that everyone knows.
Once everyone gets the hang of it, you can make the game more exciting by shortening the sung sections or speeding up the delivery.
Beef Tongue Game
The brain-teasing Gyutan game is perfect for group play, where focus and memory are key.
Players sit in a circle and say “Gyu” out loud, then on the “tan” part, they clap without speaking.
Pay extra attention because the final “tan” comes in succession.
After one round, move to the second, third, and so on, increasing the number of final “tan” claps by one each time.
As the rounds progress, the number of “tan” claps increases, so remember the count and try not to make mistakes.
Once you get used to it, picking up the tempo can make it even more exciting.
[For University Students] Roundup of Exciting Games and Recreational Activities (101–110)
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!
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.
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.
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.
Humming Quiz
Humming Quiz is a game recommended for people who love music and singing! The gameplay is similar to an intro quiz, but with a twist.
In Humming Quiz, the quizmaster listens to a song they haven’t heard before on the spot and hums it improvisationally, while the players listen and try to guess the song.
The difficulty changes depending on the quizmaster’s singing ability, so it’s perfect when you’re getting bored of a regular intro quiz! It’s even more fun if you limit the song choices with a theme.
