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Apps to enjoy at drinking parties: from games to handy utilities

When you’ve got a little downtime in the middle of a drinking party or want to spark some excitement, smartphone apps are the way to go!

Most apps are free or can be installed for just a few hundred yen, making them easy to enjoy.

In this article, we’ll introduce smartphone apps recommended for drinking parties—from full-fledged party games that get everyone hyped to handy, slightly fun utility apps that are useful to have around.

Many of these apps are available for both iPhone and Android, so if you find one that interests you, be sure to install it and have fun together!

Apps you can enjoy at drinking parties: from games to handy tools (21–30)

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If you’re looking for a program that everyone can casually enjoy at a drinking party, I recommend a groundbreaking app for offline party games.

It doesn’t require an internet connection, and as long as you have a device, you can play anywhere.

It includes many mini-games perfect for get-togethers, and its hallmark is a pass-and-play style where players take turns using the device.

You can enjoy plenty of crowd-pleasers like Word Wolf, NG Word Game, and Daifugō (Grand Millionaire).

It’s an app that shines at gatherings on the go or in places with unstable network conditions.

Anywhere Party Game “DokoPa”: Word Wolf Online
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.64231
iPhone / iPad

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Eraser Drop

This app recreates the nostalgic stationery game we played as kids on a smartphone.

The rules are simple—flick your eraser to knock your opponent’s eraser off the desk—but the depth comes from the skills and strategy needed to aim precisely.

The thrill of knocking off your opponent’s eraser and the frustration when yours falls make any gathering even more exciting.

It’s perfect for breaking the ice and fostering interaction among partygoers, all while enjoying a touch of nostalgia.

With casual, easy controls, anyone can jump right in.

It’s an app that brings the hype with heated battles.

Eraser Drop
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 3.89803
iPhone / iPad

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2-player, 3-player, 4-player mini games

This app is perfect for parties, letting multiple people enjoy mini-games on the same device.

Most games are decided with simple fingertip controls and finish quickly, so everything moves along smoothly.

Since the gameplay focuses on competition and head-to-head matches, it’s ideal for helping participants bond.

The controls are simple, making it easy for beginners and those who don’t often use smartphones to join in.

You can also set prizes or penalties beforehand to heat things up.

Sharing the same device naturally brings people closer, making it a great app for energizing any get-together.

2-player, 3-player, 4-player mini games
Category: Game Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.25
iPhone / iPad

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UNO!

This app lets you casually enjoy a card game loved around the world.

The standout feature for parties is the ability to play in two-player teams.

You can craft strategies through cooperative play or aim for dramatic comebacks, offering a different kind of excitement from standard head-to-head matches.

You can battle online with coworkers or friends who are far away, and even customize local rules, enabling a wide variety of game styles to suit how you like to play.

It’s easy to get started with just your smartphone, and you’re sure to hear cheers with every win and loss.

From beginners to seasoned players, anyone can jump in and have fun.

UNO!™
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.48274
iPhone / iPad

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PokeKara

This popular app lets you enjoy free karaoke with just your smartphone.

No special equipment is needed, so you can easily sing karaoke at parties.

Another perk is being able to sing as much as you like—without ads—from a wide range of songs including J-pop, anime songs, Western hits, and Vocaloid tracks.

With the recording feature, you can check your own singing or that of other partygoers.

You can compete using the scoring function, or get everyone fired up by singing popular songs together.

It’s a music app you can enjoy at gatherings in all kinds of settings—work, school, or private get-togethers.

Bowling at the desk

A unique bowling app set on a school desk.

Compete for high scores across various fields like stationery zones, a dinosaur area, and a volcano stage.

Controls are simple—just pull on the screen to adjust power and direction, and enjoy the thrill of aiming for a strike.

As the game progresses, surprising gimmicks appear, drawing cheers—one of its key highlights.

Up to four people can play on a single device, making it perfect for prize battles.

Competing for scores with coworkers or friends in the same place fosters a sense of unity and makes it a great tool to spice up parties.

Bowling at the desk
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.39029
iPhone / iPad

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Eggy Party

An action party game where unique characters dash through obstacle courses and arenas.

Perfect for get-togethers, its appeal lies in heated competitive play with simple controls.

Despite the cute visuals, unpredictable twists emerge from on-course obstacles and interference from rivals, sparking lots of laughs.

Everyone ends up shouting encouragement, and surprising misplays lighten the mood.

With local multiplayer, it’s great for in-person excitement, too.

Short match times let you jump in and try again and again.

Eggy Party
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.02264
iPhone / iPad

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MONOPOLY GO!

This app lets you easily enjoy the globally beloved board game Monopoly on your smartphone.

The strategic dealings over properties and the competition over assets become hot topics, making both the game and conversation lively.

The key is the tactical moves like purchasing properties and building houses and hotels.

With elements that let you cooperate with or compete against fellow partygoers, it’s a great catalyst for getting closer while you play.

As the game progresses, comeback opportunities often arise, making it an app you can stay absorbed in right up to the end.

MONOPOLY GO! (Monopoly GO!)
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.6185
iPhone / iPad

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Fastest-finger quiz with everyone

A quiz app that tests your broad knowledge across various fields and your reflexes.

The highlight for parties is the buzzer-beater format that anyone can join.

With questions spanning a wide range of categories, everyone has an equal chance to shine, so all participants can have fun.

The speedy pace keeps waiting time to a minimum and makes everything run smoothly.

Since even a slight delay in pressing the button can decide the outcome, the tension never lets up.

By revealing each other’s unexpected knowledge, it’s an app that’s sure to spark lively conversation.

Fastest-finger quiz with everyone
Category: Games, Free, iOS Universal, Rating: 4.55664
iPhone / iPad

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Bingo Treasure

A unique bingo app that adds fun and gamification to drinking parties.

Use items to make it easier to get bingo, and collect keys to open treasure chests for an added sense of adventure.

When using it at a party, we recommend adding twists like racing to see who gets bingo fastest and giving a prize to the winner.

The treasure chests that appear in the game hide rewards, and you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment each time you clear a stage.

It’s an upgraded take on simple bingo, and the key point is that it tests the player’s strategy.

Bingo Treasure
Category: Games Free iOS Universal Rating: 4.41061
iPhone / iPad

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a bunch of smartphone apps that are sure to liven up any drinking party. From game apps everyone can enjoy together to handy little novelty apps perfect for parties, there was quite a variety. Install any of the ones that caught your eye and make your next get-together even more fun!