Party games collection that get everyone excited in a big group
A must-see for organizers who are thinking, “We should play some games” at company gatherings or any large banquet! In this article, we introduce games you can enjoy at banquet tables with big groups.
Even classic, long-loved games can turn into a blast when the drinks and the lineup change.
We also cover team-based games that get everyone fired up with friendly competition.
From staples like quizzes and bingo to sure-fire laughers like drawing and telephone-style games, we’ve gathered plenty—use them as a guide to make your banquet a hit!
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Party Games That Get Big Groups Excited (51–60)
Umaibō Sommelier
“Umaibo Sommelier” — guess the flavors of Umaibo! Umaibo comes in a wide variety of flavors, but identifying the exact flavor with no clues is surprisingly hard.
Some are tricky even when you can see the stick out of the wrapper, but if you want to raise the difficulty, try a taste test without using sight or smell.
Use a fun patterned eye mask and the audience is sure to get excited along with you.
Ask people who usually eat Umaibo or those confident in their palate to take on the challenge!
Pedometer Dance
Let me introduce a party-pleaser for banquets: the “Pedometer Dance Game.” All you need is a pedometer—attach it to your waist.
The rules are very simple: keep your feet on the ground, move only your hips, and whoever racks up the most steps on the pedometer wins.
It sounds easy, but it’s surprisingly tiring, which makes it really entertaining for the audience.
Like in this video, if you hold pom-poms made from plastic tape (suzuran tape), your movements stand out and it’s even funnier! Put on some music and keep the energy up with a countdown to hype everyone up.
Telepathy Game
We’d like to introduce the “Telepathy Game,” which puts the bonds between participants to the test! The rules are simple: each person answers with what they associate from a prompt drawn from a box that begins with “When you think of ___.” If you answer purely from your own perspective, it’s surprisingly hard to match, so the difficulty is quite high! The key is whether you can feel out what the other members are thinking and come up with an answer in sync—can you achieve that telepathic connection? The Telepathy Game is guaranteed to get everyone excited—be sure to give it a try!
Zoom-in Quiz
How about a microscope magnification quiz where you guess what’s shown under the microscope? This video features three quiz questions in total.
Since it’s under a microscope, you start from a point where it’s almost impossible to tell at first glance, so each question is multiple-choice with four options.
You can use the images from this video as they are, or if you have a microscope, creating your own original questions would make it even more fun! Items with fibers or things that look completely different from what you’d expect are sure to liven up the quiz.
Be sure to use this as a reference!
Party Games That Excite Large Groups (61–70)
Leading Question Game
This is a “leading question game” where you decide on an NG (taboo) word and try to guide the other person into saying it.
The NG word can, of course, be a single word, but if it’s a party with close friends, choosing a catchphrase or habitual expression the person says unconsciously will make it even more exciting.
For larger gatherings, it’s recommended to stick the chosen word on the forehead or head so it’s easy to see.
By adding touches that let both participants and spectators enjoy it together, you can dramatically boost the energy of the party!
Limited Shiritori
When it comes to easy games you can enjoy anytime, shiritori is a classic.
This time, let me introduce a variation called “Limited Shiritori.” In the video, they’re playing a version limited to “anime characters.” Since full names can be tough, they’ve added a rule allowing nicknames as well.
In the same way, you could choose easy, familiar themes like “vegetables only” or “animals only.” You could also make it a “character count limit” game with a three-letter restriction, which sounds fun too! If you’re doing it as entertainment at work, picking themes based on technical terms or your specific professions is sure to liven things up!
Intro Quiz
How about an intro quiz as entertainment for a large gathering? This video features an intro quiz based on the Heisei-era karaoke rankings, but if you include everything from classic pop songs and children’s songs to the latest hits, it can liven up events with a wide range of age groups.
There are many videos that offer various intro quizzes—by different eras, anime songs, seasonal tunes, and more—so try finding ones that suit your crowd.
Individual play is fun, but turning it into a team competition is sure to make it even more exciting!