Party games to liven up your New Year’s celebration: a fun collection that will keep everyone laughing non-stop
Have you ever been stumped when someone at a New Year’s party asked, “Got any fun games we can play?” The truth is, there are tons of party games anyone can enjoy right away! From brain teasers and games that spark hilarious, unexpected answers, to unique activities that let your acting skills shine—this article is packed with ideas that will put a smile on everyone’s face.
We’ll introduce easy-to-prepare games that anyone can try, regardless of age—perfect for any party.
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Party games to liven up New Year’s gatherings. A collection of hilarious games that will keep you laughing (61–70)
Ritz Fighter
Isn’t speed eating a classic game at parties like New Year’s or year-end gatherings? In particular, this one is a Ritz cracker speed-eating contest—a host-friendly game with simple rules and only Ritz needed.
The rule is straightforward: whoever finishes a set number of Ritz crackers the fastest wins.
However, no water is allowed, so it seems like your mouth would get pretty dry and it could be tough.
two-person robe (Nininbaori): a comedic act where two people share one kimono-like garment, with the rear person acting as the arms for the front person
It’s a performance where two people wear a large haori together, and the person in back acts as the hands for the person in front.
The person in back can’t see and only their hands are out, so moving purely by feel often leads to unexpected mishaps—that’s the fun of it.
A classic routine is feeding food to the mouth, and it’s amusing to watch the front person desperately chase after food that’s slightly off from their mouth.
Since hot food can sometimes hit the face directly, be careful to avoid injuries—and enjoy the spectacle of the two fumbling past each other.
Werewolf game
If you want to liven up your New Year’s party, I recommend playing Werewolf.
Players split into roles like Villager, Werewolf, and Knight, and enjoy deduction and bluffing.
The back-and-forth of words heightens the tension, and the debate over who the werewolf is really draws you in.
It’s packed with elements that deepen communication, so it’s great not only among friends but also in gatherings with multiple generations.
With mind games that last late into the night, you can kick off the new year in a different way.
Have fun together and enjoy a wonderful time!
Famous Quote Guessing Game
A quote-guessing game where you identify the words of celebrities and historical figures.
Present famous lines like “I think, therefore I am” or “Failure is the mother of success,” and have players predict who said them.
Providing multiple-choice options makes it easier for beginners to join and lets you adjust the difficulty.
Adding anecdotes related to the quotes makes it even more engaging.
Cheers erupt for correct answers, and even wrong answers can spark laughter with surprising reveals—perfect for livening up a New Year’s party.
Create a fun time with this game that blends knowledge and humor.
Spout! Ping-Pong Ball
When you see your friends giving it their all, you can’t help but want to cheer them on, right? The rules of “Blow Out! Ping-Pong Balls” are simple.
Put lots of ping-pong balls into a clear bowl and blow on them to launch the balls out of the bowl.
Whoever manages to get all the balls out wins.
If you’re worried about saliva, prepare a tube like a cardboard roll from plastic wrap.
Try customizing the rules with your group—race to see who’s fastest or bet on who will win.
It’s sure to turn into a fun party filled with laughter.
after-the-fact rock-paper-scissors
Achi-muite-hoi (after-the-fact rock-paper-scissors) is appealing for its different kind of mind game compared to regular rock-paper-scissors.
Because you must accurately produce either a win or a loss after seeing the opponent’s move, your split-second decision-making is tested.
For example, under a rule like “always win after the reveal,” you’re required to throw the optimal hand the instant you see your opponent’s, so try it in time with a rhythm.
Gradually increase the difficulty—mix in rounds where you must lose after the reveal or show different hands with both hands—and the excitement will build.
It’s a recreation that invites laughter while engaging the audience, blending reflexes with elements of psychological warfare.
Hands-free speed-eating contest
A game where you place a rice cracker or cookie on your forehead, look upward, and use your facial muscles and mouth to move the cookie down to your mouth without using your hands, then eat it.
The person who eats it the fastest without dropping it wins.
If it falls off your face, you have to start over from the forehead.
