Ranking of Popular Party Game Ideas
Based on feedback from our readers so far, we researched popular themes and gathered easy, casual games that seem especially suitable for lighthearted party atmospheres.
There may be people at your company who always look busy and are hard to approach, or those with whom you’ve only ever discussed work.
That person who’s usually serious about their job, and this person, too…
These are party games that everyone can enjoy together and really liven things up—even with people you don’t usually interact with much.
In this article, we’ll introduce them in a ranking format.
Enjoy!
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Popularity ranking of party game ideas (11–20)
funny face15rank/position
You don’t get to see people’s funny faces very often, do you? Maybe that’s why even more people want to see them.
It’s entertaining to have someone pull a funny face, but using tape or other props to shape the other person’s face however you like is also really fun.
When you’re the one being made into a funny face however the other person wants, a sense of frustration wells up from deep inside, like you’ve lost.
And then you feel a strong urge to win next time.
That, too, is part of the fun.
tickle tickle16rank/position
The classic punishment game is “tickling.” This game is easy to do regardless of age or gender, and you basically don’t need any tools.
Just thinking “I’m about to be tickled” can make your body feel ticklish.
It becomes a punishment game even before it starts.
Let’s have everyone tickle the person who lost.
Not only with your hands—if you’re at home, you might try using a brush or a duster.
Common tickle spots are the nape of the neck, the sides of the torso, and the soles of the feet.
cosplay17rank/position
There are many outfits unique to certain professions in the world, and we don’t often get the chance to wear them.
This activity is about trying a variety of clothing styles so you can enjoy the atmosphere of different jobs.
Sometimes simplified costumes are sold for cosplay, so have them put those on and enjoy their reactions.
You can choose outfits you want the other person to wear or ones you want to wear yourself, but for the sake of getting reactions, it can also be fun to deliberately pick something they’d be reluctant to wear.
nose hook18rank/position
A nose hook punishment game that triggers instant laughter from its visual impact alone.
You hook a rubber band or a small hook onto the nose, and the changing facial expression is the biggest comedic moment.
When someone who’s usually seen as serious gives it a try, the contrast electrifies the crowd.
Adjust it so there’s no pain and keep the equipment clean to ensure safety.
Adding a time limit and making it a test of endurance can amp up the excitement even more.
Simple yet unforgettable, this punishment game is guaranteed to whip up a storm of laughter!
kabedon (slamming a hand against the wall to pin someone, often seen in romance contexts)19rank/position
When it comes to classic romance-themed dares, “kabe-don” has to be the go-to, right? You corner the other person against a wall and place one or both hands on the wall so they can’t escape—that thing.
It makes your heart race when someone does it to you, and it’s common in shoujo manga, but actually doing it in real life is pretty embarrassing! Instead of laughing it off, try to channel your inner heartthrob and go for it.
If you want to make the dare even tougher, I recommend whispering something sweet and maintaining eye contact in that position for 10 seconds!
Talk about my first love20rank/position
Drinking parties and banquets where alcohol is involved can be fun because people often end up sharing honest feelings they normally wouldn’t.
Especially at company gatherings, you might discover a new side of someone you thought was always serious and only interested in work, and it could even bring you closer.
One topic that really livens up these parties is first love.
It’s a chance to hear about the love life of someone you’re curious about, and it’s also great for those who don’t usually talk about romance.
Let’s all get excited together with some nostalgic first-love stories.
Ranking of Popular Entertainment/Game Ideas (21–30)
Punishment Game Roulette21rank/position
How about livening up the party with a punishment-game roulette? The rules are simple: spin the wheel and do whatever it lands on.
From performing a quick gag to sharing a surprising story, there are plenty of options everyone can enjoy! If prep feels like a hassle, checking out apps or videos for ideas is also recommended.